Spicy Edamame Guacamole

Spicy Edamame Guacamole


Per serving (1/2 cup): 110 calories, 6.3g fat, 5.3g fiber, 6.8g protein

Pack some more protein into this summer party food by adding in edamame. Serve it with fresh, crunchy veggies like sliced peppers, carrots, celery, or cucumber to stay keep it under 200 calories .



Ingredients:

1 medium ripe avocado

1 cup shelled frozen edamame

2 cloves of garlic

1 jalapeno pepper, washed and seeded (use 1/2 if you want it less hot and spicy)

juice of 1 lime

2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves (approx 5-6 sprigs)

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp sea salt

1 tsp black pepper



Directions:

In a medium saucepan, boil the frozen edamame for 4-5
minutes, until bright green. Drain and set aside to cool (you can skip this
step if you decide to use fresh edamame instead). In a food processor, combine garlic cloves, cilantro, jalapeno and lime juice and puree. Add cooled edamame and puree until smooth. In a mixing bowl, add avocado flesh to the edamame mixture and mash to combine thoroughly. Serve chilled with fresh
veggies.