Citric Acid Free Cilantro-Lime Edamame Hummus with Veggie Dippers
This vibrant, creamy dip swaps out chickpeas for edamame, giving you a bright green spread that's packed with plant protein and a fresh, grassy flavor you won't find in anything from a store shelf. Fresh lime juice and a generous handful of cilantro do all the heavy lifting here, delivering that punchy, citrusy kick without relying on any processed citric acid additives that sneak into so many packaged dips and condiments. Tahini and olive oil round everything out into something luxuriously smooth, while a touch of cumin adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting. The food processor does most of the work — you're basically just boiling edamame and blending — so this comes together with minimal effort and maximum payoff. Served alongside crisp carrot sticks, cool cucumber spears, and sweet red bell pepper strips, it's a complete snack or appetizer that looks genuinely impressive on the table. Every ingredient is whole and straightforward, which makes it easy to feel confident about exactly what you're eating.
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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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