Description
This simple and refreshing Edamame with Sea Salt and Lemon recipe is a perfect healthy appetizer or snack. The vibrant flavors of fresh lemon juice and zest combined with sea salt enhance the natural sweetness of tender edamame pods, making it an easy yet delightful dish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this vegan and Asian-inspired treat is great for sharing or enjoying solo.
Ingredients
Scale
Edamame
- 2 cups frozen edamame in pods
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon sea salt (plus more for serving)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Boil Water: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil to prepare for cooking the edamame.
- Cook Edamame: Add the frozen edamame pods to the boiling water and cook for 4–5 minutes until they are tender and heated through.
- Drain: Drain the edamame well and transfer them to a mixing bowl while still warm.
- Toss with Lemon and Salt: Immediately toss the warm edamame with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and sea salt to taste to infuse bright and savory flavors.
- Serve: Serve the edamame immediately so diners can enjoy squeezing the pods to extract the flavorful beans inside.
Notes
- You can steam the edamame pods instead of boiling for a lighter preparation.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
- A drizzle of sesame oil adds an extra layer of nutty flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
