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Soy-Wasabi Spread

Edamame are a rich source of fiber and phytochemicals that may help lower cholesterol, protect bones, and balance hormone levels. Serve this spicy spread with rice crackers as an anytime snack or for a party hors d’oeuvre. The dip is also delicious paired with cucumber, celery, and carrot sticks.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes 3 cups

Ingredients

1

pound frozen shelled edamame (soybeans)

1

1/4 cups (about 10 ounces) drained silken tofu

1

teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1

tablespoon Chinese hot mustard

2

teaspoons wasabi paste

Coarse salt

Black sesame seeds, for garnish

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add edamame; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain in a colander. Rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking, then drain again.

    Step 2

    Puree edamame, tofu, lemon zest and juice, mustard, wasabi, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor. Spread can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

  2. Nutrition Information

    Step 3

    (Per 1/4-cup serving)

    Step 4

    Calories: 51

    Step 5

    Saturated Fat: 0g

    Step 6

    Unsaturated Fat: 0g

    Step 7

    Cholesterol: 0mg

    Step 8

    Carbohydrates: 4g

    Step 9

    Protein: 4.7g

    Step 10

    Sodium: 82mg

    Step 11

    Fiber: 1.9g

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