Edamame and Avocado Spread

Super easy recipe. This is great on crackers, but is even better as a sandwich filling on a toasted whole wheat pita with a slice of Muenster.

Original recipe makes 2 cups

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans)
1 avocado – peeled, pitted, and cubed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
salt to taste

  • PREP

    15 mins

  • COOK

    5 mins

  • READY IN

    20 mins

Directions

  1. Bring a pot with salted water to a rolling boil; add the edamame and cook 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. Combine the edamame, avocado, garlic, olive oil, lime juice, and salt in a blender or food processor; pulse until smooth.

Nutrition

Calories: 70 kcal
Carbohydrates: 4.3 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 4.6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3.9 g
Sodium: 5 mg