Ingredients

  • 4 large tender celery ribs
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped celery leaves
  • 2 cups frozen edamame, in their pods (soybeans)
  • 2 scallions, white and tender green parts, thinly sliced on the diagonal
  • 14 cup cilantro leaf
  • 1 tablespoon torn mint leaf
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • sea salt

Method

  • In a food processor or with a sharp knife, slice the celery as thinly as possible.
  • Put the celery in a bowl of ice water and crisp for 15 minutes.
  • Drain and pat dry.
  • Wipe out the bowl and return the celery to it.
  • In a medium saucepan of boiling water, cook the soybeans for 5 minutes.
  • Drain and refresh under cold water.
  • Shell the soybeans and pat dry.
  • Add the soybeans, scallions, cilantro, mint and celery leaves to the celery and toss well.
  • In a bowl, whisk the lime juice with the oil.
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables, season with salt, toss and serve.
  • Make Ahead: The recipe can be prepared through Step 1 and refrigerated for 4 hours.