High protein Edamame, Avocado and Pesto dip (Edit recipe)

This 5-ingredient Edamame, Avocado and Pesto dip is all the green goodness in a bowl. Not only is it delicious but it is nutritious too - thanks to Edamame that packs 17g protein in a cup and the healthy fats from Avocado. You can up the nutrition by adding a handful of spinach and a tsp of nooch (Nutritional Yeast)... All of that should easily bring your protein intake to over 20g. I love that this is a no-cook recipe and it comes together within 10 mins by throwing a bunch of ingredients in the food processor. So, make a big batch and bring along to a picnic/ potluck with some chips & crackers.

10 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	153
Fat:	8 g
Carbohydrates:	9 g
Protein:	8 g
Cholesterol:	0 g
Sodium:	565 mg
Fiber:	4 g
Sugars:	1 g
Calculated for total recipe.

by Priyanka Nadkarni

Serves: 2-4

Ingredients

1 cup Edamame (soybeans), bought frozen and thawed
1 whole Avocado, roughly chopped
0.25 cup Green Onion (Scallion), green parts only, chopped
0.5 whole Lime, juiced
1.5 Tbsp Basil Pesto
0.5 tsp Salt, adjust to taste
0.25 tsp Black Pepper, freshly cracked

Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

In a food processor, add edamame, avocado, green onion, lime juice, pesto, salt and pepper.
Blend until well combined and nearly smooth. Keep covered and chilled until ready to serve.
Garnish with more edamame, green onions and serve with your favorite chips, crackers or spread over a slice of toast.

Notes

This dip recipe can easily be made Plant-based Whole30, Dairy-free & Vegan by using a Vegan Basil Pesto. To make this dip spicy, add 1/2 or even 1 whole Jalapeno (de-seeded) based on your spice tolerance.