Spicy Asian Edamame Cucumber Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Salad Base:
• 2 cups shelled edamame, cooked and cooled
• 3 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• For the Spicy Dressing:
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• For the Flavor Enhancers:
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime zest
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• For the Spicy Elements:
• 1-2 jalapeños, seeded and minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• For the Crunchy Toppings:
• 1/3 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
• 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
• 1 sheet nori, cut into thin strips
• For the Optional Additions:
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup snap peas, trimmed
• 2 radishes, thinly sliced
• For Special Equipment:
• Large mixing bowl
• Vegetable peeler
• Sharp knife
• Whisk
• Mandoline slicer (optional)