Barley Free Edamame with Sea Salt
Few snacks are as satisfying as a bowl of warm, salted edamame — the kind you pop straight from the pod and can't stop eating. These bright green pods come out of the pot tender and vibrant, finished with a generous sprinkle of flaky sea salt that makes every bite feel a little luxurious. The ingredient list is about as clean as it gets: just frozen edamame and good salt, which means there's zero guesswork about hidden grains or additives sneaking into your snack. For anyone navigating a barley-free lifestyle, that simplicity is genuinely refreshing — no label-scanning, no substitutions needed. Boiling the pods for just a few minutes locks in that satisfying chew while keeping the beans inside perfectly tender. It works as a quick appetizer, a party snack, or an afternoon pick-me-up that actually delivers on protein and flavor. Toss them in the bowl, hit them with the salt while they're still steaming, and get ready to fight everyone else at the table for the last handful.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 cups frozen edamame in pods
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add the frozen edamame pods and cook for 4–5 minutes, until the pods are bright green and the beans inside feel tender when you press a pod between your fingers.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!