Sea Salt Edamame
Steamed edamame pods with flaky sea salt. 120 calories, 11g protein, the perfect plant-based savory snack.
Sea Salt Edamame has 120 calories per serving, with 11g protein, 10g carbs, 4g fat, and 5g fiber. Prep 2 min, cook 5 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
120
Calories
11g
Protein
22% DV
10g
Carbs
4% DV
4g
Fat
5% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 120 calories per serving.
🔥 9.2g protein per 100 cal.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
2 min
Cook Time
5 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$1.50
Sea Salt Edamame
A Japanese restaurant favorite you can make at home in 7 minutes. Edamame (young soybeans) is one of the best plant-based protein sources — 11g protein for just 120 calories.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen edamame (in pods)
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt
- Optional: ½ tsp sesame seeds, ½ tsp sesame oil, chili flakes
Instructions
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Boil a pot of water. Add frozen edamame.
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Cook for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender.
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Drain and pat dry.
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Toss with sea salt (and optional sesame seeds, sesame oil, or chili flakes).
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Serve warm. Squeeze pods to pop beans into your mouth.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 11g |
| Carbs | 10g |
| Fat | 4g |
| Fiber | 5g |
Tips
- Don’t eat the pods — squeeze the beans out with your teeth.
- Sprinkle with togarashi (Japanese spice blend) for extra flavor.
- Use shelled edamame to add to salads and grain bowls.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
skillet
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