Edamame Hummus 

After struggling to find a store-bought hummus without preservatives or additives, I finally restored to creating my own recipe. This edamame hummus offers a fresh, nutrient-dense perspective to a snack time favorite. 

Hummus is regularly touted as a healthy snack option, full of protein, healthy fats and, even anti-inflammatory properties. In store-bought options, these health benefits are often (almost always) accompanied by preservatives like citric acid and potassium sorbate and seed oils. If that isn’t enough to convince you to try a homemade hummus option, check out the 2021 Environmental Working Group (EWG)-commissioned study that found glyphosate, a widely-used herbicide and known carcinogen, in over 80% of non-organic hummus and chickpea samples. 

My edamame hummus was born from the desire to keep our kitchen stocked with this favorite snack, but give it a healthier spin – maximizing the good stuff and eliminating the bad. In addition to glyphosate-free, non-GMO chickpeas (my favorite brand is Jovial) I use edamame and almonds to introduce variety to a healthy diet, supporting gut health. Lime juice creates a fresh, bright taste and kale further supports a healthy gut through its addition of fiber. 

Choosing (and making) healthy options doesn’t have to feel restrictive – sometimes it can even open up a world of options to be creative and imagine your own version of a favorite food! I hope you enjoy this simple edamame hummus and even try experimenting with your own recipe. 

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