High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Cilantro-Lime Edamame Hummus with Veggie Dippers
Bright, zesty, and packed with plant-based protein, this edamame hummus is the kind of snack that disappears fast. Swapping chickpeas for shelled edamame gives the dip a naturally creamy, vibrant green base that pairs beautifully with fresh lime juice and a generous handful of cilantro. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward — olive oil, tahini, garlic, cumin — so there's no need to squint at a label wondering what's hiding in a store-bought tub. Processed dips are one of the sneakiest places added sweeteners show up, but when you blend this yourself in a food processor, you stay completely in control of what goes in. A little water added gradually gets the texture silky smooth without any fillers or stabilizers doing the heavy lifting. The carrot sticks, cucumber spears, and bell pepper strips alongside keep things crisp, colorful, and satisfying. It's an effortless spread for a party platter or a weekday snack that actually feels like a treat.
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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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