Fish 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-based protein and a fresh, zesty flavor that's genuinely hard to stop eating. Lime juice and cilantro do the heavy lifting here, cutting through the richness of tahini and olive oil with a citrusy punch that feels light and lively. A touch of garlic and cumin round everything out, and a pinch of red pepper flakes adds just enough heat if you're into it. The whole thing comes together in a food processor in minutes — cook the edamame, blend, adjust, done. Served alongside crisp carrot sticks, cool cucumber spears, and sweet red bell pepper strips, it's a snack spread that looks impressive without requiring much effort at all. There's nothing hidden or complicated in this ingredient list, so you can feel confident about exactly what's going into the bowl — no seafood-derived additives, no mystery sauces, just clean, whole ingredients. Whether you're setting it out for a crowd or keeping it in the fridge for weekday snacking, this one earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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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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