Zesty Edamame

Transform your snack game with this bold and flavorful Zesty Edamame recipe! Perfect as a healthy appetizer or a vibrant side dish, this quick and easy recipe takes tender steamed edamame pods and infuses them with a tantalizing blend of garlicky olive oil, savory soy sauce, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a kick of chili flakes. Toasted sesame seeds add a delightful crunch, while a sprinkle of sea salt and ground black pepper rounds out the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that can be served warm or at room temperature, making it ideal for any occasion. Packed with plant-based protein and bursting with zesty, umami goodness, this recipe is sure to impress and keep guests coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams edamame (in pods, frozen)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (toasted)
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 400 grams of frozen edamame in pods. Cook for 5 minutes until tender, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Lower the heat slightly and add the cooked edamame to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic and olive oil.

Step 5

Pour in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lime juice. Stir well to distribute evenly among the edamame pods.

Step 6

Sprinkle 0.5 teaspoon of chili flakes, 0.5 teaspoon of sea salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper over the edamame. Toss again to combine.

Step 7

Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the seasoning mixture is fully absorbed, and the edamame is heated through.

Step 8

Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and flavor. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	458 grams (458.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	654

Total Fat 37.00g	47%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1765mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 45.20g	16%
Dietary Fiber 21.70g	78%
Total Sugars 9.40g
Protein 50.40g	101%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 289mg	22%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 1867mg	40%

*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: 46.5%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 25.3%