Protein packed pesto with a punch? Yes, please! I am absolutely obsessed with pesto and I have a penchant for downing edamame more than the average folk.
This type of pesto is a little thicker than traditional pesto and is perfect as a sauce, dip or sandwich spread. I am sure there are more uses for it – get creative! Here is the recipe:
the ingredients:
- 14 oz package of frozen shelled edamame, thawed
- 1 cup basil leaves, packed (more to taste)
- 2 T fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 T nutritional yeast (optional, but recommended for that cheesy flavor)
- 1 t – 1 T extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 t salt
- oregano, cilantro or any other spices you desire
the method:
Put the liquid in the food processor first and then add the other ingredients, blending until smooth. Serve over pasta, pizza, or any other dish you want!
fueled by vegetables 
Never tried pesto with edamame- but it sounds great! Gave you a little shout-out on my blog, btw 🙂
Thanks!! That is a great post 🙂 I’m so honored that you included me 🙂
I have recipes on my blog for broccoli and asparagus pesto, cannot wait to give this one a go!
Oh that sounds delicious! Definitely adding that recipe to my pepperplate account 🙂
Looks lovely ☺️
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Oh this sounds deliciously different. Haven’t really experimented with edamame before- shall have to source some immediately! xx
You can save a lot of money buying them in the frozen food section! 🙂
MMMMM,….edamame pesto What a great tasty idea! I Will make it today! the uses are endless,…..!!!! 😀
Agreed! I am going to try it as a bruschetta spread with some white beans 🙂
I was thinking the same way,…. 😀😀