You won't even know you're sneaking in some extra protein in this dressing with the edamame, which creates a beautiful green colour! This creamy dressing adds some zing to any salad. Can also be used to marinate your favourite meat or fish.

Prep time: 5 minutes

Makes 6-8 servings

Ingredients

•  1/3 cup olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons white distilled vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• a squeeze of lime juice
• ½ cup frozen shelled edamame

Simple Coleslaw

• Ready-made coleslaw mix
• Raw or toasted whole cashews (optional)
• Fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

2. If preparing dressing for a salad, combine coleslaw mix, cashews with dressing and toss to coat. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Also pairs well as a marinade with any fish (or chicken) dish such as our baked salmon with roasted veggies.

Recipe created by Cindy Bekkedam, RD (inspired by Sesame Ginger Dressing from pinchofyum.com)

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