Edamame Salad Recipe with Corn and Tomatoes (2024)

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Edamame salad with corn and tomatoes is my favorite salad recipe of ALL TIME. This delicious dish is a crowd-pleaser, enjoyed any time of the year.

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Original post: May 2011 | Updated: July 2017

My sweet niece Emma hugs me tightly every time I bring this salad to a family gathering. It may as well have alcohol in it because it makes everyone giddy and excited (no lie. and no alcohol.).

This is the salad that everyone swoons over at parties. People request this recipe from me more than any other. I make it a lot. It is always a huge hit and I have a feeling it always will be. It’s like an immortal recipe of sorts. It doesn’t age. No wrinkles or anything.

HOW TO MAKE EDAMAME SALAD WITH CORN AND TOMATOES

STEP 1

Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add 2 cups frozen corn kernels and a 14-ounce bag of frozen shelled edamame to a boil. Boil for 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

STEP 2

Pour the corn and edamame into a large bowl and add: 1 pint of halved grape or cherry tomatoes, 1 bunch of sliced green onions, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 3 cloves minced garlic, the juice of 2 limes, 1/4 cup of olive oil, 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar and salt and black pepper to taste.

STEP 3

Mix well, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

RECIPE NOTES

  • This salad tastes best when made the day before! Let it marinate in the fridge overnight for extra flavor a compliments from guests.
  • Serve this as a side dish for any meal or as a party food!
  • If you happen to have bell peppers or red onions hanging out in your kitchen, feel free to add them to the mix!
  • Table salt, sea salt and kosher salt all taste great in this recipe. Use your favorite!
  • Replace the olive oil with coconut or sesame oil for a different flavor.
  • I have always loved Edamame Salad just the way it is, but feel free to experiment! Add sesame seeds for an extra crunch or cayenne pepper for a bit of spice.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper over the top of the entire salad just before serving for extra flavor.

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Edamame Salad Recipe with Corn and Tomatoes

Edamame salad with corn and tomatoes is my favorite salad recipe of ALL TIME. This delicious dish is a crowd-pleaser, enjoyed any time of the year.

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Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 10

Calories: 142kcal

Author: Megan Porta

Ingredients

  • 2 cups frozen corn kernels
  • 14 oz frozen shelled edamame
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • 1 bunch green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Bring a large saucepan filled half with water to a boil. Add corn and edamame and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Pour corn and edamame into a large bowl and add tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper.

  • Mix well, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Tastes best when made the night before!

Notes

  • This salad tastes best when made the day before! Let it marinate in the fridge overnight for extra flavor a compliments from guests.
  • Serve this as a side dish for any meal or as a party food!
  • If you happen to have bell peppers or red onions hanging out in your kitchen, feel free to add them to the mix!
  • Table salt, sea salt and kosher salt all taste great in this recipe. Use your favorite!
  • Replace the olive oil with coconut or sesame oil for a different flavor.
  • I have always loved Edamame Salad just the way it is, but feel free to experiment! Add sesame seeds for an extra crunch or cayenne pepper for a bit of spice.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper over the top of the entire salad just before serving for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 445IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Edamame Salad Recipe with Corn and Tomatoes (4)Marty

    Edamame Salad Recipe with Corn and Tomatoes (5)
    Took to Girls Night In the Garden, and served in plastic coctail cups. It was a hit!

    Reply

    • Edamame Salad Recipe with Corn and Tomatoes (6)Megan Porta

      Great idea, Marty! So glad it was enjoyed. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply

  2. Edamame Salad Recipe with Corn and Tomatoes (7)Lauren @ Ease and Carrots

    This sounds great! I love a good cold salad that’s easy to put together!

    Reply

    • Edamame Salad Recipe with Corn and Tomatoes (8)Megan Porta

      This one is a favorite, Lauren! You’re going to love it! Thanks so much for the comment.
      Megan

      Reply

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Edamame Salad Recipe with Corn and Tomatoes (2024)

FAQs

What is edamame salad made of? ›

Ingredients
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans), thawed.
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen sweet corn, thawed.
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen sweet peas, thawed.
  • 1 (12 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed (Optional)
  • ½ red onion, minced.
  • ¼ cup olive oil, or to taste.
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar, or to taste.
Sep 7, 2022

Is edamame hard on your stomach? ›

Side Effects of Edamame:

However, if you are allergic to beans in general and to other soy-based products including soy sauce, tofu etc. avoid consuming edamame. Like in the case of all food items, exercise moderation. Excessive intake of edamame can cause constipation, stomach pain and diarrhea.

Is edamame good or bad for you? ›

Edamame provides a number of nutrients necessary for health, including protein, iron, magnesium, and potassium, and adding this tasty legume to your diet may benefit the health of your heart, digestive system, and more.

Is edamame healthier than soy beans? ›

Per 100 grams, edamame has 9 grams of total fat; raw mature soybeans have 19.9 grams. Of the total fat content, 100 grams of edamame beans contain 1,981 milligrams of monounsaturated fat and 5,064 milligrams of healthy polyunsaturated fat; whole raw soybeans contain 4,404 and 11,255 milligrams respectively.

What is edamame called without the shell? ›

When the beans are outside the pod, the term mukimame is also sometimes used in Japanese. Edamame are a common side dish in Japanese cuisine and as an appetizer to alcoholic beverages such as beer or shōchū.

Are snap beans and edamame the same? ›

But these two legumes have some major differences in taste, appearance, and nutrition. Unlike edamame, snap peas are eaten whole, pods and all. (4) Edamame pods are broken open so you can eat the beans on the inside. Snap peas have a slightly sweet taste, while edamame are a bit more bitter.

How do you make edamame taste better? ›

A classic duo of rice vinegar and flaky sea salt ensure edamame hits every salty, savory, tangy punch when the snack-time craving hits. In a medium bowl toss 1 1/2 cups of unshelled, heated edamame with 1 tablespoon rice vinegar and flaky sea salt, until well-coated.

How is edamame traditionally served? ›

Traditionally edamame is blanched in lightly salted water and served from the pods, either warm or cold. Eating edamame is simple: Just squeeze the beans out of the pods into your mouth, and discard the shells in a separate bowl.

What's the healthiest way to eat edamame? ›

Salads. Shelled edamame are a great way to add plant-based protein, flavor, and hearty texture to a salad. Keep frozen shelled edamame as a freezer staple for a quick and easy no-cook protein.

Is edamame good for your stomach? ›

A cup of edamame comprises 4 grams of fibre, which helps keep the stomach-related disorder and lowers cholesterol levels. Dietary fibre can also aid weight loss and support gut health. In addition, studies have reported a significant increase in satiety and a decrease in hunger with an increase in dietary fibre intake.

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