Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and transfer to a small pot (this is important, don’t use a big pot!) and add 2 of cups of water and ¼ teaspoon salt. Cover the pot and bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until the quinoa has absorbed all the water. Remove the pot from the burner, fluff with a fork, recover and set aside on a cooling rack or heat-proof surface to cool.

Fill a separate, medium-sized pot with water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add the frozen edamame. Wait for the water to return to boiling and then boil for 3-4 minutes. Drain in a colander and set the edamame aside.

Meanwhile, shred the cabbage with a mandolin or with a chef's knife and make the sauce: add the almond butter and soy sauce to a small bowl. Using a fork or small whisk, whisk together until smooth. Then add the rice wine vinegar, agave, garlic, and hot sauce and whisk until smooth. Set aside.

Time to assemble. You can serve this salad warm or at room temperature. If serving at room temperature, wait for the edamame and quinoa to cool completely before assembling the salad. If serving warm, go ahead and add the quinoa, edamame, cabbage, and green onion to a medium-sized bowl and toss. Pour the sauce evenly over the salad and then toss again. Garnish with sesame seeds and more green onion if desired and serve.