Brown Rice Edamame Salad

Name: Brown Rice Edamame Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain brown rice, rinsed; 2 cups water; 1.5 cups shelled edamame, thawed; 2 carrots, shredded; 1 English cucumber, diced; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tbsp gluten-free tamari; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted

A nutritious grain salad with chewy brown rice, shelled edamame, shredded carrots, cucumber, and a savory sesame-ginger dressing. Packed with plant protein and great for meal prep.

50 minEasyServes 4370 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup long-grain brown rice, rinsed
2 cups water
1.5 cups shelled edamame, thawed
2 carrots, shredded
1 English cucumber, diced
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
2 tbsp gluten-free tamari
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

1

Cook 1 cup rinsed long-grain brown rice in 2 cups water with a pinch of salt: bring to a boil, cover, simmer 35-40 minutes. Let steam 10 minutes, then fluff and cool.
2

Whisk together 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 2 tbsp gluten-free tamari, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger.
3

Combine cooled rice, 1.5 cups thawed shelled edamame, 2 shredded carrots, 1 diced English cucumber, and 4 thinly sliced scallions in a large bowl.
4

Pour the dressing over and toss to coat.
5

Sprinkle with 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds and serve.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Brown Rice Edamame Salad?

As written, 50 minutes: 10 of prep and 40 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 1 (40 minutes): "Cook 1 cup rinsed long-grain brown rice in 2 cups water with a pinch of salt: bring to a boil, cover, simmer 35-40 minutes."

Is there a substitute for rice vinegar in Brown Rice Edamame Salad?

The entry for Brown Rice Edamame Salad calls for 2 tbsp rice vinegar. In its place: Apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar, softened with a pinch of sugar, is close. Avoid plain distilled vinegar at full strength, which is much sharper.

Is Brown Rice Edamame Salad gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Brown Rice Edamame Salad is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the tamari.

Does Brown Rice Edamame Salad contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil and 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted. The full allergen list for this entry is soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Can I make Brown Rice Edamame Salad ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. The base of Brown Rice Edamame Salad is brown rice, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. Add the sesame seeds at the table so it stays crisp. It does not freeze.

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