Breastfeeding Friendly Cilantro-Lime Edamame Hummus with Veggie Dippers
This vibrant, plant-forward dip brings together edamame, tahini, and fresh lime in a way that feels indulgent but is genuinely nourishing — exactly what you want when your body is working overtime. Edamame is a fantastic source of plant-based protein and folate, both of which matter a lot during the postpartum period, and tahini adds a dose of calcium and healthy fats to every scoop. The bright hit of cilantro and lime keeps things fresh and lively, so this never feels like "eating for nutrition's sake." A quick boil and a few minutes in the food processor is all it takes to get to a silky, creamy result that rivals anything from a store container. Pairing it with carrots, cucumber spears, and sweet red bell pepper strips means you're loading up on vitamins and crunch without any extra effort. It's the kind of snack you can prep ahead and pull from the fridge whenever hunger strikes between feeds — which, let's be honest, is constantly. Keep a bowl covered in the fridge and a stack of veggie dippers ready to go, and you'll have a satisfying, wholesome option waiting for you all week long.
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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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