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Sea Salt Edamame
Steamed edamame pods with flaky sea salt. 120 calories, 11g protein, the perfect plant-based savory snack.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
120
Calories
11g
Protein
10g
Carbs
4g
Fat
Fiber:5g
Prep Time
2 min
Cook Time
5 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$1.50
Sea Salt Edamame
A Japanese restaurant favorite you can make at home in 7 minutes. Edamame (young soybeans) is one of the best plant-based protein sources — 11g protein for just 120 calories.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen edamame (in pods)
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt
- Optional: ½ tsp sesame seeds, ½ tsp sesame oil, chili flakes
Instructions
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Boil a pot of water. Add frozen edamame.
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Cook for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender.
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Drain and pat dry.
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Toss with sea salt (and optional sesame seeds, sesame oil, or chili flakes).
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Serve warm. Squeeze pods to pop beans into your mouth.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 11g |
| Carbs | 10g |
| Fat | 4g |
| Fiber | 5g |
Tips
- Don’t eat the pods — squeeze the beans out with your teeth.
- Sprinkle with togarashi (Japanese spice blend) for extra flavor.
- Use shelled edamame to add to salads and grain bowls.
Dietary tags
veganvegetariangluten-freedairy-freehigh-proteinhigh-fiberplant-basedlow-carb
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