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Edamame, Mango & Cucumber Salad with Lime

Edamame, Mango & Cucumber Salad with Lime – The Ultimate Summer Refresher


  • Author: David Andersson
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

At its heart, Edamame, Mango & Cucumber Salad with Lime is a fusion of fresh produce and bold flavors. The base is made of edamame beans, ripe mango chunks, and Persian or Japanese cucumbers, giving it a unique balance of protein, sweetness, and crunch. A simple yet zesty lime dressing ties everything together, delivering tanginess with a subtle kick from chili flakes or jalapeño.


Ingredients

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Salad Base:

  • 1 cup shelled edamame (cooked and cooled)
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 2 cups Persian or Japanese cucumber, diced or smashed
  • 1 avocado (optional), diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro or mint, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional for heat)

Lime Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional for extra tang)
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ tsp mustard
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ⅛ tsp red pepper flakes or chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp sugar or maple syrup (optional for balance)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Veggies Dice mango, cucumber, avocado, and onion. Smash cucumbers lightly with a rolling pin for extra crunch and flavor absorption.
  2. Make the Dressing Whisk lime juice, oil, garlic, mustard, salt, pepper flakes, and sugar until emulsified.
  3. Combine & Toss Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat.
  4. Chill & Serve Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes to meld flavors. Serve cold as a side dish or light lunch.

Notes

This Edamame, Mango & Cucumber Salad with Lime is crisp, colorful, and full of flavor. It’s the perfect side dish for summer meals, picnics, or as a refreshing light lunch on its own.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook / Tossed
  • Cuisine: Fusion / Asian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approx.)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: None

Keywords: Mango Cucumber Edamame Salad, Lime Edamame Mango Salad