Description
Edamame Hummus is a vibrant and nutritious twist on traditional hummus, featuring green soybeans blended with tahini, lemon, garlic, and aromatic spices. This creamy and flavorful dip is perfect for serving with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables. It's vegan, gluten-free, and packed with protein and healthy fats, making it a wholesome and delicious snack or appetizer option.
Ingredients
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Hummus Base
- 8 ounces frozen shelled edamame (green soy beans, about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1-2 cloves garlic (smashed)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
Finishing
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for topping)
Instructions
- Cook the Edamame: Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the frozen shelled edamame and simmer for 5 minutes until tender. Drain and allow to cool slightly before proceeding.
- Blend the Ingredients: In the bowl of a food processor, combine the warm edamame, tahini, water, lemon zest and juice, fresh parsley, smashed garlic, salt, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Pulse until the mixture is relatively smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add Olive Oil Slowly: With the processor running, slowly pour in the 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil. Continue to blend until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a looser or smoother texture, add a bit more olive oil or water and process again.
- Serve: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve with crackers, pita chips, or a variety of crudité for dipping.
Notes
- This edamame hummus is a great alternative to traditional chickpea hummus, offering a unique flavor and green color.
- For a smoother consistency, add more olive oil or a small amount of water while blending.
- If fresh parsley is not available, substitute with cilantro or basil for a different flavor profile.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for diverse dietary preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 193 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 299 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.003 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
