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A 17-gram protein snack with the ceremony of a pub appetizer and none of the salt. Edamame — young soybeans — are a complete plant protein, and lemon with smoked paprika gives the pods serious flavor without touching the salt shaker.

Ingredient Metrics (Serves 1)

IngredientQuantity
Frozen edamame in pods1½ cups (180 g)
Lemon (juice)½ lemon
Olive oil1 tsp (5 ml)
Smoked paprika¼ tsp (1 g)
Black pepper⅛ tsp (0.5 g)

Kitchen Preparation Science

  1. Steam or microwave the edamame according to the package directions until bright green and tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. Toss the hot pods with the lemon juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, and black pepper in a bowl.
  3. Serve warm, popping the beans straight from the pods.

Kitchen science: Tossing the pods while still hot opens their pores to the seasoning — the same reason bar snacks get seasoned straight out of the fryer — and the lemon’s acidity carries the flavor so no added sodium is needed.

Allergens: Contains soy.

Swerve/Alternative Option: Swap the edamame for 1 cup (150 g) of steamed green peas with the same seasoning, or use shelled edamame and toss with the dressing as a spoonable snack.