Edamame Power Salad
A fresh, protein-packed edamame salad with tomatoes, cucumber, avocado and a sesame-soy dressing — a great side or light meal.
- 4 servings
- Prep 15 min
- Ready in 15 min
- About 13 g protein

A fresh, protein-packed side or light meal for any day of the week.
Nutrition Boost
Edamame provides about 17 grams of protein per cup, plus fiber and antioxidants — making this salad a powerhouse for maintaining muscle and supporting healthy aging.
— Kristen
Ingredients
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 300
- Protein
- 13 g
Serving: 1/4 of the recipe. Estimated from USDA values for the ingredients listed, so your numbers will vary with the brands you use.
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine edamame, tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, onion, avocado and cheese (if using).
- Whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle with sunflower seeds or almonds before serving.
Featured in our guideProtein for Older Adults: How Much and How to Get ItRead the guide →More from my kitchen
All recipes →
Lunch
Crunchy Mediterranean Chickpea & Chicken Salad
Chicken, roasted chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, almonds and capers in a lemon-Dijon dressing — lots of crunch without chips or croutons.
4 servings

Lunch
High-Protein Chicken Ranch Wrap
Rotisserie chicken, Greek yogurt and ranch seasoning in a high-protein tortilla with fresh vegetables — about 40 grams of protein in 10 minutes.
2 wraps

Lunch
Summer Salmon, Corn & Peach Salad
Pan-seared or grilled salmon over greens with corn, fresh peach, cucumber, feta and nuts, finished with a simple honey-Dijon lemon dressing.
2 servings
want these in your inbox?
Get my Saturday letters
One idea for your body, brain or balance each week, usually with a recipe. Unsubscribe any time.