Cranberry Edamame Wild Rice Salad

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 2

Healthy and flavorful Cranberry Edamame Wild Rice Salad recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
	2 teaspoons olive oil
	1/4 teaspoon black pepper
	1/2 cup cooked wild rice
	1/2 cup fresh shelled edamame ( may sub frozen edamame that have been thawed )
	2 tablespoons dried cranberries
	1/4 cup orange juice ( may sub any juice )
	2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

330

Sugar

11g

Fat

15g

Cranberry Edamame Wild Rice Salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for spring and summer. The recipe is simple, and the ingredients are easy to find. This salad is perfect for those who want a light and flavorful meal, without sacrificing health benefits. The cranberries add a sweet tart flavor, while the edamame gives it texture and a protein boost. This salad is the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish. It can also be enjoyed as a main dish by adding more edamame or nuts.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, whisk together rice wine vinegar, olive oil, and black pepper.
2.	Mix cooked wild rice and fresh shelled edamame in a large bowl.
3.	Add dried cranberries and chopped walnuts. Mix all ingredients.
4.	Drizzle orange juice mixture over the salad mixture. Toss to combine.

PROS

This salad is full of nutrients, low in calories, and high in fiber.

The cranberries add a sweet and tart flavor, while the edamame gives it an added protein boost.

It is a quick and easy salad to make, perfect for a work lunch or a picnic.

CONS

Some people may not like the taste of edamame, which is a soybean.

The salad can become soggy if made ahead of time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is extremely healthy!
The combination of wild rice and edamame makes for a high protein, high fiber dish.
Wild rice is a great source of antioxidants and minerals like manganese and zinc.
Edamame has been linked to reducing cholesterol levels and managing blood sugar levels.
The walnuts in this salad add healthy fats and nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E.