Super, Simple, Satisfying Salads: Edamame-Me Salad

After growing FAT and HAPPY over the past few years of marriage and dealing with some health issues I have gotten FED UP (no pun intended) and I started Weight Watchers a few weeks ago.  I have always loved salads, but let's face it, even a salad can be packed full of fat if it is not done right.  So for all of you others out there trying to watch your waistline and even for those who aren't, like my husband.  I am cultivating some new salad recipes that utilize SUPER foods, that are SIMPLE and also SATISFYING.

The first time I tasted Edamame *soybeans*, I fell in love!  I am a huge fan of "mouth feel" and these vibrant little morsels of green goodness, have a wonderful mouth feel that remind me of pasta al dente.  Add to that the mystery of their buttery but clean, fresh taste and you too will be hooked when you give them a try.

SOY GOOD! *OK, you knew I couldn't pass that up.

A local grocery store carries a edamame salad that I adore in their deli but being a penny pincher, when I find something like that, I am always challenged to come up with a home version.  What I really love about this salad is that it has the same flavor profile and mouth feel of pasta salad but a fraction of the carbs and calories.  Not to mention, it is LOADED with protein and is ready to eat in a whisper of the time it takes to make a pasta salad.

Edamame-Me Salad

What you will need:

• 1~ 12 OZ. Package, Frozen Shelled Edamame (3.5 Cups)
• 1~ C. Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
• 1/4~ C. Feta Cheese Crumbles
• 1/2~ C. Red Onion, Diced
• 2~ T. Vinaigrette
• Kosher Salt
• Fresh Cracked Pepper

OK...are you ready? This is how hard this is!  *smile*

1. Boil Edamame per package directions. 
2. Shock *put into ice water* beans when done and let sit 5-10 minutes.
3. Mix all ingredients together and give it a smattering of kosher salt and a few good grinds of pepper.  

Looks YUMMY! HUH?!

You can make your own vinaigrette or use store bought.  I am a huge fan of "Brianna's Blush Wine Vinaigrette" and that is what I generally use.  If you don't like a sweet vinaigrette try "Brianna's Classic Italian Vinaigrette".

LOVE "Brianna's" Brand Salad Dressings

That is it, it is ready to eat and or will store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

If you are doing Weight Watchers with me, each 1/2 C. serving has 3 pts. *if you use "Brianna's Blush Wine Vinaigrette"*and it is worth every point because it is full of protein and is satisfying as a side dish or quick snack grab.

ENJOY!  and please let me know if you have any questions on this recipe or anything "Cobwebs To Cookies" related!

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