Hazelnut 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, zesty flavor you won't find in any store-bought tub. Fresh lime juice and a generous handful of cilantro do the heavy lifting here, while a touch of tahini and cumin round everything out into something that feels both familiar and totally new. The whole thing comes together in a food processor in just minutes, making it an effortless option for snack boards, lunch spreads, or party appetizers. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or cross-contamination anxiety to deal with — just clean, wholesome food you can feel good about. The colorful carrot sticks, cucumber spears, and bell pepper strips alongside aren't just pretty; they add satisfying crunch that makes every scoop feel like a complete snack. A final drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes take it from simple to genuinely impressive without any extra effort.
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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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