Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes |*Servings: 4
This refreshing dish is packed with protein, fibre, and flavour. Edamame are young, green soybeans that provide a complete protein, this means they contain all nine essential amino acids. Avocados not only bring a smooth texture to this dish, they also add a great source of monounsaturated fats and vitamin E, both of which have anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric adds a unique flavour and gets its distinct yellow colour from the compound curcumin, which has both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It has the potential to aid in reducing pain and inflammation associated with arthritis. Curcumin absorption is enhanced when paired with healthy fats, like those that are present in the avocado in this recipe.
Nutritional information (per serving*): Calories: 117; Total Fat (7g); Saturated Fat (1g); Monounsaturated Fat (4g); Carbohydrates (10g); Protein (6g); Fiber (5g); Sodium (8 mg); Omega-3 Fatty Acids (0.2g)
Ingredients
- 1 cup shelled, cooked and cooled edamame beans (thaw if purchased frozen)
- 1 avocado, medium
- ¼ cup lime juice (juice of approximately 2 limes)
- ⅓ cup red onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Season with salt as desired
- ⅓ cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
In a food processor (or blender), chop edamame, avocado and lime juice until desired texture. .
Step 2
Stir in remaining ingredients and mash with fork to desired texture.
Extra tips:
- Serve with baked pita chips, tortilla chips or vegetables.
- Adjust spices to suit your taste.
- Use as a spread on sandwiches or toast.
- Blend edamame less for a chunky guacamole.
- Add a few tablespoons of plain Greek or Skyr yogurt for more protein and calcium.
- Add cilantro for extra flavour.