Middle Eastern Edamame Dip

Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy Middle Eastern Edamame Dip, a unique and nutrient-packed twist on traditional hummus. Made with protein-rich edamame, velvety tahini, and fresh lemon juice, this vibrant green dip bursts with zesty and earthy Middle Eastern flavors, thanks to the addition of cumin, coriander, and a hint of tangy sumac. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect quick and healthy option for dipping pita bread, fresh veggies, or crackers. Garnished with fresh parsley and a dash of paprika, this versatile dip is as visually stunning as it is delicious, making it ideal for parties, snack time, or an elegant platter centerpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups edamame (shelled, frozen)
• 3 tablespoons tahini
• 1 large garlic clove
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoons ground sumac
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 teaspoons paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil and cook the frozen shelled edamame for 4-5 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the cooked edamame, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, water, ground cumin, ground coriander, sumac, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Process the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides of the food processor occasionally to ensure everything is well combined. If the mixture is too thick, add 1-2 more tablespoons of water until desired consistency is achieved.

Step 4

Taste the dip and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or spices to your liking.

Step 5

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley and a sprinkle of paprika for color and an extra layer of flavor.

Step 6

Serve immediately with pita bread, crackers, or fresh veggies, or refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	576.2 grams (576.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1064

Total Fat 76.00g	97%
Saturated Fat 10.90g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1260mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 54.10g	20%
Dietary Fiber 27.60g	99%
Total Sugars 10.10g
Protein 58.50g	117%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3772mg	290%
Iron 16083mg	89351%
Potassium 2068mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.3%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 19.1%