Edamame Corn Salad
Edamame Corn Salad Recipe:
Edamame are fresh green soybeans which are high in soy protein and fiber. They are found in Asian markets or in the frozen section of supermarkets and are sold shelled or still in the pod. Introduce your family to edamame in this healthful salad.
Some of the health benefits of edamame include a stronger immune system, improved bone health, boosted cardiovascular health, weight management, and a healthy digestive system. It has the potential to inhibit tumor growth and may improve lung function in patients suffering from asthma. It also helps in managing age-related skin changes in postmenopausal women. Edamame is a good source of proteins, fiber, and other nutrients that are essential for the human body.The use of soy beans is common in the preparation of food for vegetarians. Apart from the beans itself, there are different products that can be generated from this beans. Edamame is prepared by boiling immature soy beans with their pods and it is commonly served as a side dish. It is a popular dish in Japanese cuisine and history suggests that it was first prepared in Japan. Although this type of soy bean was originally common in Japan, it is slowly gaining fame in different parts of the world, including the United States. This is due to the fact that it has been proven to have properties that are beneficial to the body.
Edamame, just like soybean, is rich in carbohydrates, vitamins, proteins, and minerals.
Here is what you will need:
Ingredients:
2 cups edamame; cooked and shelled
1 1/2 cups corn kernels
1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
1/2 cup red onion diced
1 cup black beans
2 tbsp cilantro chopped
1 lime; juiced
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
