Easy Corn and Edamame Salad

May 11, 2023

This Easy Corn and Edamame Salad is a refreshing side dish to enjoy all summer long. Made with a base of corn and edamame, and speckled with sweet bell pepper, juicy summer tomatoes, sharp red onions, and dressed with a simple combination of olive oil and lime juice, this will be a go-to combination all summer long. Top with your favorite protein and you have a balanced, filling and nutritious meal you’ll enjoy all summer!

Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free

We had one day of 80 degree weather and I’m fully committed to summer now. There’s nothing better than summer salads on a hot day, but I’m not talking about skimpy, limpy greens. I’m talking about a filling, delicious summer salad that will actually keep you full, be satisfying, and enjoyable to eat.

If it’s easy to food prep, BONUS POINTS!

This Easy Corn and Edamame Salad completely fits the bill!

Made with a base of corn and edamame, and speckled with sweet bell pepper, juicy summer tomatoes, sharp red onions, and dressed with a simple combination of olive oil and lime juice, this will be a go-to combination all summer long.

Made with less than 10 ingredients, it’s a sturdy salad that meal preps well too!

This Easy Corn and Edamame Salad is…

Freakin’ delicious
Made with less than 10 ingredients
Great to meal prep
High fiber
Packed with plant-based protein
Super simple to make

Go ahead and call it a succotash, but the flavors are much brighter than how I typically think of a succotash, thanks to the lime flavor.

Ingredients to Make an Easy Corn and Edamame Salad

You’ll need less than 10 ingredients to make a delicious corn and edamame salad. You’ll need:

Corn
Edamame
Bell pepper
Tomatoes
Red onion
Cilantro
Cumin
Olive oil
Lime juice
Salt & pepper (but that doesn’t really count!)

Corn and edamame are the base of this recipe. This is very much a summer recipe to me because I love to use fresh corn (you don’t even have to cook it for this recipe).

At the same time, I’ll use frozen shelled edamame, which is one of the best hacks of all time. Simply cook the edamame in some boiling water for a few minutes (you can even do this in the microwave).

Edamame Nutrition

Edamame is one of my go-to food recommendations for my clients because it’s full of fiber and plant-based protein, so it’s super filling.

One cup of edamame contains a whopping 8 grams of dietary fiber and nearly 20 grams of plant-based protein. Per cup, they contain far fewer carbohydrates compared to other beans, so if you’re trying to balance your plate or snacks, it’s a great protein source to include.

But I hate cilantro…

The rest of the ingredients are pretty straight forward, nut provide a great combination of flavors and textures. The only slightly controversial ingredient is cilantro. If you’re not a fan, omit it or swap in parsley. Adding a fresh herb, however, is a great move because it adds so much flavor.

How to Make this Easy Corn and Edamame Salad

This salad could not be easier to make. In fact, the most cumbersome part is probably chopping all the veggies. Luckily, a big batch lasts all week and gets better with time, so it’s great to prep once and eat all week.

First, you’ll chop all your vegetables. Set aside about 20 minutes (it look me less, but I always like to over-estimate because I spend more time in the kitchen than most!).

Next, you’ll season with spices and drizzle olive oil and lime juice on top. Mix it together and voila. You’re done.

Kitchen Tools to Make this Simple Summer Salad

How to Store this Summer Salad

Store this salad in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

How to Meal Prep Easy Corn and Edamame Salad

This is a great summer salad to meal prep because it contains a dose of fiber-filled carbohydrates, plus plant-based protein.

For most people, I also suggest pairing with a protein, like the air fryer salmon pictured below.

Why more protein? I typically suggest aiming for 25-30 grams of protein to stay full and promote satiety.

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