Japanese-Inspired Avocado and Edamame Salad with Sesame Dressing
A light, refreshing salad of creamy avocado, tender edamame, and crisp cucumber dressed with a zesty sesame vinaigrette. This japanese-inspired salads ready in about 25 minutes pairs avocados, edamame, cucumber into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2, diced avocados
- 1 cup, shelled and steamed edamame
- 1 medium, julienned cucumber
- 1/2 block (4 oz), cubed tofu
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and 1/4 tsp salt. Set aside.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, toss diced avocados, steamed edamame, julienned cucumber, and tofu with the dressing until coated.
- Step 3: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped scallions. Serve immediately, garnished with additional sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Japanese-Inspired Avocado and Edamame Salad with Sesame Dressing take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Japanese-Inspired Avocado and Edamame Salad with Sesame Dressing?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep avocados from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Japanese-Inspired Avocado and Edamame Salad with Sesame Dressing?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Japanese-Inspired Avocado and Edamame Salad with Sesame Dressing for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Japanese-Inspired Avocado and Edamame Salad with Sesame Dressing?
Japanese salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
