High Protein Edamame Hummus

Just in time for St. Patty’s Day comes this delicious modern update to a classic hummus recipe.  If you love traditional chickpea hummus then you’re going to love this version.  Making hummus is so easy.  Just throw all your ingredients into a food processor, cover and process faster than toasting a slice of bread!  And this hummus is high in protein too!

 Edamame are immature soy beans (picked when still green) and full of high quality plant protein.  A full cup of edamame boasts about 17 grams protein.  That’s a high nutrient dense protein choice right there.  And they’re so fun to eat.  I buy them frozen already shelled and thaw them a little bit in the microwave.  Then it’s a pile on in the food processor with plain Greek yogurt, lemon zest and juice, garlic and other simple seasonings.  Cover and process until smooth and creamy.  With the motor running I then pour in a small amount of olive oil to imulsify.

 I top with freshly ground black pepper and a little drizzle of olive oil.  Serve with your favorite cut veggies, grilled chicken strips and/or crackers for an light weekend meal or snack or as a side with a delicious grilled chicken like my Grilled Caprese Chicken with Balsamic Glaze or as a spread on a homemade pizza like my Greek Chicken Pizza with Easy Whole Wheat Crust.  It’s pretty versatile and pretty tasty too!

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