Edamame Hummus

This Edamame Hummus is a delightful twist on the traditional chickpea dip, featuring the vibrant flavors of edamame and a hint of sesame. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, it's creamy, nutritious, and full of umami goodness.

Ingredients

• Edamame (shelled) - 150 grams
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Water - as needed (approximately 2-4 tablespoons)
• Black sesame seeds - for garnish

Steps

1. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the shelled edamame. Cook for about 5 minutes until tender, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a food processor, combine the cooked edamame, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and olive oil.
3. Blend until smooth, adding water a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
5. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with black sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from edamame.
• Contains healthy fats from tahini and olive oil, supporting heart health.

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