Edamame Hummus


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image edamame hummusAn interesting twist to hummus. This is an absolutely great dip. It looks like guacamole, but the taste is completely different. Edamame lovers will especially love this!

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Edamame Hummus

1/2 pound frozen shelled edamame (green soy beans), about 1 1/2 cups
1/4 cup tahini (seasame seed paste)
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated
lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh squeezed
lemon juice
1 clove
garlic, smashed
3/4 teaspoon coarse
salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
3 tablespoons extra-virgin
olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

image edamameBoil the beans in salted water for 4 to 5 minutes, or microwave, covered, for 2 to 3 minutes.

In a food processor, puree the edamame, tahini, water, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, cumin, and coriander until smooth. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and mix until absorbed.

Transfer to a small bowl, stir in the parsley and drizzle with remaining oil 1 tablespoon of olive oil. You can also garnish with some sesame seeds.

Serve with fresh vegetables or pita bread.

Makes about 3 cups.