Make lemon sesame edamame in just 13 minutes with four simple ingredients. A delicious vegan snack with approximately 16g protein per serving. lemon-sesame-edamame-recipe
Lemon Sesame Edamame: Easy High-Protein Vegan Snack
Looking for a quick, delicious snack that is fresh, satisfying and packed with plant-based goodness? This Lemon Sesame Edamame recipe combines tender green edamame beans with fresh lemon juice, a touch of olive oil and sesame seeds.
Ready in just 13 minutes, this simple recipe is perfect for busy afternoons, a light side dish, a post-workout snack or whenever you want something savory without spending much time in the kitchen.
Each serving provides approximately 205 calories, 16g of protein and 7g of fiber, based on the provisional recipe estimates.
Edamame are young soybeans with a naturally mild, slightly nutty flavor. Tossing them with lemon juice while warm adds a refreshing citrus finish, while sesame seeds bring a delicate crunch.
With just four ingredients and three easy steps, this is the kind of healthy snack you'll want to make again and again.
Fresh, lemony, satisfying and wonderfully simple.
🛒 Ingredients
Serves 2
Important: Buy shelled edamame for the stated 250g weight. Edamame still in their pods will not give you the same edible quantity.
👩🍳 How to make lemon sesame edamame
Step 1. Cook the edamame
Cook the shelled edamame according to the packet instructions, usually by boiling or steaming until tender. Drain thoroughly.
Step 2. Add lemon and olive oil
While the edamame is still warm, transfer it to a bowl. Add the lemon juice and olive oil, then toss gently until evenly coated.
Step 3. Finish with sesame
Divide the edamame between two bowls. Sprinkle the sesame seeds evenly over the top and serve warm.
📊 Calories and nutrition
Provisional nutrition per serving, based on 2 portions
💪 Is edamame good after the gym?
Edamame provides plant-based protein, making this a useful snack for people who exercise.
With an estimated 16g of protein per serving, this recipe can contribute to daily protein intake. For a larger recovery meal, pair it with other foods that provide sufficient energy and carbohydrate for your training needs.
🥑 Is lemon sesame edamame keto-friendly?
Edamame can fit into some lower-carbohydrate eating patterns. However, the suitability of this recipe for a ketogenic diet depends on the specific edamame product and your total daily carbohydrate intake.
One important detail: the supplied provisional nutrition lists 6g carbohydrate and 7g fiber per serving. That suggests the figures may use different carbohydrate-labeling conventions or need verification. For publication, I recommend checking the nutritional information against your actual ingredients before making a precise net-carb claim.
For Romayssa, “high-protein plant-based snack” is the strongest and safest description.
🥗 Serving suggestions
Enjoy these lemon sesame edamame beans warm as a quick snack or serve them alongside a larger meal.
They also pair well with grilled chicken, tofu, salmon or a fresh salad. Any additions will change the calories and nutrition totals.
🧊 Storage and food safety
Allergens: Soy and sesame.
Cool cooked edamame and refrigerate within two hours. Use within 48 hours and reheat cooked portions only once, until steaming hot throughout.