Edamame Power Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups shelled edamame (thawed if frozen)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• ½ red bell pepper, chopped
• ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
• 1 avocado, cubed
• ¼ cup feta or goat cheese (optional)
• 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds or chopped almonds
• Dressing: 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Dressing: 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• Dressing: 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Dressing: 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
• Dressing: 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
• Dressing: salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine edamame, tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, onion, avocado and cheese (if using).
2. 2Whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
3. 3Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
4. 4Sprinkle with sunflower seeds or almonds before serving.