Summer Squash Salad with Edamame

Summer Squash Salad with Edamame

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Devanshi from @thisisdeeskitchen is leaning into the most tender late summer veggies - summer squash. Those of you who have a garden know when it's squash season, it's squash season! "Summer is all about light and refreshing dishes, and this summer squash salad hits the spot. Mixed with grape tomatoes, red onions, edamame, and a lemon vinaigrette sweetened with Just Date Organic Date Syrup, it’s the perfect addition to your summer menu!"

  • Preparation 10 min
  • Serves 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 summer squash, green and yellow
  • 8 oz grape tomatoes, cut in half
  • 1/4 red onion, julienned
  • 1/4 cup cooked and shelled edamame
  • Kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1-2 tsp Just Date Syrup
  • fresh basil for garnish
  • parmesan shaves for garnish
Instructions
  1. Wash summer squash and cut off ends.
  2. Use peeler to slice into ribbons.
  3. Place squash ribbons in bowl and sprinkle kosher salt.
  4. Let sit for at least 10 minutes so salt draws out moisture.
  5. Remove and discard excess liquid.
  6. Prepare tomatoes, red onion, and edamame.
  7. Make dressing by vigorously mixing olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, and Just Date Syrup.
  8. Mix squash, veggies, and dressing with clean hands.
  9. Transfer to serving plate.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil and parmesan shaves.
  11. Drizzle a bit more Just Date Syrup to taste.
by Devanshi Shah