Easy Edamame Hummus Recipe
The best easy, high protein hummus recipe made with tahini, olive oil, and shelled edamame. This vegan spread is absolutely delicious. It is the perfect dip for carrots, crackers, and more. It is also a great side dish to make for parties and gatherings.
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Easy Edamame Hummus Recipe
Good morning friends! Today I am sharing a simple and delicous edamame hummus recipe that is packed with protein and plant based nutrients. It has a few simple ingredients, many of which you can find at your local grocery store.
This edamame hummus is made with shelled edamame, tahini, roasted garlic, olive oil, and a few simple spices. The ingredients list is short and budget friendly, so I know you guys will love this recipe. I personally have been a huge fan of hummus for a very long time. I enjoy the texture, taste, and versatility of hummus. This edamame version is just as creamy, flavorful, and delicious!
In general, I think homemade hummus tastes so much better than the store-bought kind. There are a few brands that I really enjoy, but when I have the extra time, I actually prefer to make my hummus at home. Anyway, let’s move on from the hummus discussion and get into the actual recipe. First, I will go through some quick things to note for this edamame hummus recipe. Then, we will dive into the list of ingredients you will need to make this edamame hummus recipe a smashing success!
How to Make Homemade Hummus For Cheap
Making hummus at home for cheap is surprisingly easy. All you need is a base of beans (in this case we are using edamame), a few key liquids, and a high quality blender or food processor. Homemade hummus comes together in just minutes, and there is no cooking required (assuming that you buy precooked beans).
Whether you want to make black bean hummus, traditional chickpea hummus, dill pickle hummus, edamame hummus, etc., you will follow the same basic steps. The ingredients for hummus are surprisingly easy to find and budget friendly. That’s part of the reason why I love making hummus for parties and gatherings. It is so easy to plate with an array of veggies and crackers. Plus, it is always a huge hit.
Now that we have discussed a bit about how to make hummus at home, let’s take a look at the ingredients you will need to make creamy edamame hummus.
Easy Edamame Hummus Recipe – Ingredients
- Shelled Edamame – The first key ingredient you will need for this hummus recipe is the edamame. I used frozen edamame beans from Trader Joe’s, which I heated in the microwave before using in this recipe. You can use fresh or frozen edamame beans for this step. Just make sure they are shelled. This ingredient just so happens to be an incredible source of plant based protein.
- Fresh Roasted Garlic – The fresh roasted garlic adds a ton of flavor to this edamame hummus. If you really enjoy garlic, you could even throw a few extra cloves into your hummus. Make sure to roast it in the oven before adding it to the blender.
- Tahini – The next ingredient you will need for this recipe is the creamy tahini. This ingredient adds flavor and texture to the edamame hummus. I found mine at Trader Joe’s.
- Olive Oil – The olive oil is a great source of fat which adds flavor and richness to this hummus.
- Cumin – This spice adds a ton of flavor to the edamame hummus. It compliments all the other flavors present in this recipe. It is a key spice that you definitely don’t want to omit.
- Salt – The salt provides additional flavor. It will be adjusted to your own personal taste. I used pink himalayan sea salt in this recipe.
- Water – The water is used to aid blending. You can add more to achieve a thinner hummus consistency, or less to achieve a thicker consistency.
- Fresh Lemon Juice – This ingredient is optional, but I really think it adds a lot of flavor and dimension to the hummus.
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Easy Edamame Hummus Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups shelled edamame (heated if using frozen)
- 4 cloves roasted garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil (more as desired)
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp water
- salt to taste
- fresh lemon juice (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Add the edamame, roasted garlic, olive oil, tahini, cumin, water, and salt to a high speed blender.
- Blend for a minute or two until the desired consistency is achieved. Add a bit more olive oil if desired for a thinner consistency and richer flavor.
- Add more salt to taste and optional fresh lemon juice.
- Cover and refrigerate the hummus for a few hours to allow it to chill.
- Dig in and enjoy!
Notes
I hope you guys enjoy this simple and delicious vegan edamame hummus recipe. It is quick and easy to make and perfect to bring to parties. It is packed with plant based protein and nutrients as well. And if edamame isn’t your thing, I have many other hummus recipes up on the blog (including a dessert hummus). So, hopefully you will find something that you enjoy! As per usual, I will be back with another blog post very soon.
-Alyssa 🙂
