Name: Spicy Edamame Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Asian

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January 29, 2026

Spicy Edamame Cucumber Salad is one of my favorite things to make for lunch. Toasted sesame oil, scallions, and red pepper flakes pack the dressing with flavor. I love topping the salad with cashews, which add a nutty flavor to this fresh, bright, and slightly spicy salad. A simple dish with bold flavors and fresh textures, it's the perfect way to brighten up your meals with Asian-inspired flair.

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Spicy Edamame Cucumber Salad

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Ingredients

WarningTreenuts and 4 other allergens identified

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, red pepper flakes, salt, and sesame seeds.

Score the cucumber skin with a fork and slice into ¼-inch thick rounds. Add to a large bowl.

Toss in edamame and scallions. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until evenly coated.

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped cashews.

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Edamame Blanching Perfection 🥬
Blanch frozen edamame for exactly 2-3 minutes in salted boiling water, then immediately shock in ice water to preserve their bright green color and crisp texture.
Cucumber Prep Pro Tip 🥒
Remove cucumber seeds and slice thinly on a mandoline for consistent, elegant pieces that absorb the dressing more evenly and prevent watering down the salad.
Dressing Emulsion Magic 🥄
Whisk the dressing ingredients vigorously or use a small blender to create a perfectly smooth, well-integrated sauce that clings beautifully to the ingredients.
Toasted Sesame Oil Intensity 🌟
Use toasted sesame oil sparingly - just a few drops can provide an intense, nutty flavor without overwhelming the other ingredients.
Cashew Crunch Technique 🥜
Lightly toast cashews in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor and add a satisfying crunch to the salad.

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I'm Nora! Balancing Bowls is the product of a slightly chaotic life, a need to make and grow things, and a love of creative cooking. If you're here because you're trying to feed your family well without losing your mind, you're in the right place.