Edamame Guacamole Twist (Printable)

A creamy, protein-rich edamame and avocado dip enhanced with jalapeño and lime zest.

# What You Need:

→ Main

01 - 1 cup shelled edamame (fresh or frozen)
02 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
03 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
04 - 1 small tomato, diced
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, optional
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - Extra cilantro leaves
12 - Lime wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - Cook edamame in boiling water for 5 minutes if using frozen or raw. Drain and rinse with cold water.
02 - Pulse the cooked edamame in a food processor until mostly smooth.
03 - Add avocado, lime juice, sea salt, cumin, and black pepper to the edamame and pulse until creamy with some texture.
04 - Transfer mixture to a bowl and fold in jalapeño, tomato, red onion, and cilantro.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
06 - Garnish with extra cilantro leaves and serve alongside lime wedges.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It's creamy and luscious without needing a ton of avocado, so your wallet stays happy.
  • The edamame sneaks in serious protein, making this feel substantial enough for a real meal, not just snacking.
  • Ready in 15 minutes from fridge to table, with no fussy techniques to master.
02 -
  • Don't skip chilling the edamame in cold water—warm edamame makes a gluey texture that won't blend properly, and you'll end up frustrated.
  • Lime juice is not optional; it's the ingredient that keeps your dip from turning brown and keeps the flavors singing. Lemon won't give you the same bright, specific lift.
03 -
  • Use a food processor over a blender here—blenders make things too smooth and soupy, while a processor keeps that perfect chunky-creamy texture.
  • If you're serving this at a gathering, set up a little garnish station nearby so people can add their own cilantro and lime. It makes the dip feel interactive and special.
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