Pistachio Free Cilantro-Lime Edamame Hummus with Veggie Dippers
This vibrant, creamy dip swaps out chickpeas entirely in favor of edamame, giving you a bright green spread that's packed with plant-based protein and a fresh, zesty flavor. Lime juice and a generous handful of cilantro do the heavy lifting here, while tahini and cumin add that familiar, savory depth you'd expect from a great hummus. The whole thing comes together in a food processor in just a few minutes, making it as easy as it is impressive. Traditional hummus and many store-bought dips can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since pistachios and other nuts often sneak into blends or share processing equipment — but every ingredient in this recipe is straightforward and easy to verify. The colorful spread of carrot sticks, cucumber spears, and red bell pepper strips makes this feel like something you'd order at a restaurant, not just a snack you threw together at home. A final drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes takes it from simple to stunning. Whether you're serving it at a party or just meal-prepping for the week, this dip is the kind of thing people will ask you to bring every single time.
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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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