Edamame creamy avocado dip (Print View)

High-protein edamame and avocado blend with jalapeño and lime for a creamy, fresh dip or spread.

# Components:

→ Main

01 - 1 cup shelled edamame (fresh or frozen)
02 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
03 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
04 - 1 small tomato, diced
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - Extra cilantro leaves
12 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Boil edamame in a saucepan for 5 minutes if using fresh or frozen, then drain and rinse under cold water.
02 - Pulse the cooked edamame in a food processor until mostly smooth.
03 - Add avocado, lime juice, sea salt, ground cumin, and black pepper to the food processor and pulse until creamy with some texture remaining.
04 - Transfer mixture to a bowl and fold in jalapeño, tomato, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
05 - Adjust seasoning as needed by adding more salt, lime juice, or pepper.
06 - Top with extra cilantro leaves and serve with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's creamier and more filling than traditional guacamole, so a little goes a long way.
  • You get actual protein from the edamame, which means this snack keeps you satisfied longer.
  • The flavor is familiar enough for guac skeptics but different enough to spark curiosity at any table.
02 -
  • Don't skip the cold water rinse after cooking the edamame—it stops them from cooking further and keeps that vibrant color.
  • The avocado will brown if exposed to air, so make this right before serving, or press plastic wrap directly onto the surface if you need to make it ahead.
03 -
  • Make this no more than a few hours before serving—the avocado will brown even with lime juice protecting it, and the brightness of the raw vegetables fades with time.
  • If you're making it for a crowd, set up all your ingredients in advance so the actual assembly takes five minutes, and you can focus on your guests instead of chopping.
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