Shellfish Free Edamame Guacamole
Guacamole just got a serious upgrade, and the secret is a handful of tender, protein-packed edamame folded right into the mix. Boiled until bright green and mashed alongside ripe avocado, the edamame adds a subtle creaminess and a little extra body that makes every scoop feel more satisfying. Fresh lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, and a touch of cumin bring all the bold, zesty flavor you'd expect from a great guacamole — nothing muted, nothing missing. A drizzle of olive oil ties it all together with a silky richness that keeps the dip from feeling heavy. Every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so there's zero concern about hidden seafood derivatives or cross-contact from the kinds of additives that can sneak into store-bought dips. Serve it with tortilla chips or vegetable crudités and watch it disappear before you've even sat down.
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6 servings
- 1 cup frozen shelled edamame
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 roma tomato, seeded and finely diced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen edamame and cook for 3–4 minutes, until bright green and tender. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool to the touch.
- 2
Transfer the cooled edamame to a mixing bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some texture remaining — a few whole or half beans are fine.
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