Categories: Appetizers, Dip, Vegetarian

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups shelled edamame (fresh or frozen)
• 3/4 cup frozen peas
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 tablespoon chopped green onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons cilantro, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large saucepan of salted boiling water, cook the edamame until soft, about 10 minutes.

2. During the last minute, add the peas; drain well and set aside.

3. In a food processor, process the garlic and green onions until finely minced.

4. Add the cooked edamame and peas, lemon juice, oil, salt, and cayenne; process until smooth.

5. Add up to 1/2 cup water and process until smooth.

6. Taste, adjusting seasonings if necessary.

7. Transfer to a medium bowl and sprinkle with parsley.

8. Serve right away or cover and refrigerate 1 hour to allow flavors to intensify.

9. This dip is best if used on the same day that it is made.

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