Lupin Free Cilantro-Lime Edamame Hummus with Veggie Dippers
This vibrant, creamy dip swaps traditional chickpeas for edamame, making it a naturally fresh take on hummus that's completely free from lupin — a legume that sneaks into more store-bought dips and flour-based products than most people realize. Bright lime juice, a generous handful of fresh cilantro, and a touch of tahini give it a bold, zesty flavor that tastes anything but restricted. The garlic and cumin add just enough depth to keep things interesting, while the optional red pepper flakes bring a gentle kick if you're in the mood for a little heat. A quick boil and a few minutes in the food processor is genuinely all it takes to get a silky, scoopable texture that holds its shape beautifully. Paired with crisp carrot sticks, cool cucumber spears, and sweet red bell pepper strips, this is the kind of snack spread that disappears fast at a party or makes a seriously satisfying afternoon snack. It's proof that eating around a dietary restriction doesn't mean settling for something boring — this one earns its place on the table on flavor alone.
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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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