Three-Bean Salad (Edamame, Black Beans & Black-Eyed Peas) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups frozen shelled edamame (8 ounces)
2 -4 tablespoons olive oil (adjust to your taste)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed or (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 cups thinly sliced celery or 2 cups chopped cucumbers
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Cook edamame in a 1 1/2 - to 2-quart saucepan of boiling salted water, uncovered, 4 minutes. Drain in a colander, then rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Heat oil in a small heavy skillet over moderately low heat until hot but not smoking, then cook cumin, stirring, until fragrant and a shade darker, about 30 seconds. Pour into a large heatproof bowl.
Add edamame and remaining ingredients to cumin oil and toss to coat. Let stand 10 minutes for flavors to blend.