Artificial Food Coloring Free Cilantro-Lime Edamame Hummus with Veggie Dippers
This vibrant, creamy dip swaps out chickpeas for edamame, giving you a bright green spread packed with plant protein and a fresh, zesty flavor that's genuinely hard to stop eating. The combination of lime juice, cilantro, tahini, and a hint of cumin creates a layered, complex taste that feels way more impressive than the effort involved. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable — no dyes, no artificial additives, just real food blended together into something beautiful. That matters more than it might seem, because store-bought dips and flavored snack foods are notorious for sneaking in synthetic colorings that have no business being in your hummus. Making it yourself means you know exactly what's in the bowl. The rainbow of carrot sticks, cucumber spears, and red bell pepper strips alongside isn't just for looks — it gives you a satisfying crunch with every scoop and keeps the whole spread naturally colorful without any artificial help. It's the kind of snack plate you'd happily set out for guests or just make on a Tuesday afternoon for yourself.
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4 servings
For the hummus
- 2 cups frozen shelled edamame
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 garlic clove, roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 2 tbsp tahini
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2–4 tbsp water, as needed
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For serving
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 medium persian cucumbers, sliced into spears
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen edamame and cook for 3–4 minutes, until bright green and tender. Drain well and let cool for 2 minutes.
- 2
Add the cooked edamame, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, tahini, cumin, and salt to a food processor. Process for about 1 minute, scraping down the sides halfway through, until the mixture is mostly smooth.
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