Frozen edamame could be one of the most underrated foods ever.

Edamame itself is a whole food that contains plant-based protein and fiber. It’s full of important nutrients like iron, magnesium, and potassium.

It’s SO delicious and versatile. Edamame in pods with a little salt? The best snack ever. Or add shelled edamame to any salad or bowl.

And of course, there’s also the convenience and ease of frozen edamame itself. Remember: frozen produce is often just as nutritious as fresh.

In fact, I recommend frozen fruits and vegetables. Not only are they easier to find any season, but they’re also less expensive and last longer.

And frozen edamame is no exception.

I always have a few bags in my freezer. And while I normally eat it plain or add a little pizazz to the pods like with this Chili Garlic Edamame, this 5-Minute Spicy Edamame Dip has become my new favorite way to eat it.

The dip is a little sweet and a little spicy, which together, makes the most powerful flavor combination.

It’s unreal paired with crunchy vegetables and pita dips to dip — think carrots, cucumbers, radishes, and even jicama sticks.

Because edamame is full of protein and fiber, I also love turning it into a complete meal too. You can pair it with raw veggies, pita, and hard-boiled eggs for a simple lunch plate that comes together in no time.

Or try this dip as a spread for sandwiches (hello, the most delicious turkey sandwich ever?!) or even as a topper on toast.

A good dip can go so far and this one truly does it all. High in protein and fiber and full of flavor, it’s so satisfying.

Make this 5-Minute Spicy Edamame Dip for lunch, add it to your dinner spread, or make it as an appetizer for guests. The options are endless. Just make sure you make it 🙂

Prep ingredients

You’ll need edamame, garlic, olive oil, lemon, basil, honey, chili crisp, and water.

Add ingredients to food processor

Add the edamame, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice (use citrus press to squeeze), basil, honey, chili crisp, and salt to a food processor.

Process

Process on high. Slowly add the water.

Blend until smooth

Continue to process until the dip is blended well and nearly smooth.

Garnish

Garnish with extra chili crisp, sesame seeds, and/or fresh basil.

Serve

Serve with fresh veggies and pita chips.

Notes

Edamame: Frozen edamame is the hero of this recipe. Make sure to buy shelled edamame so that you’re individually taking the edamame beans out of each pod 🙂 Cook the edamame in the microwave and let it cool before making the dip.
Garlic: Fresh garlic adds so much flavor. Just 2 cloves go a long way!
Olive oil: Olive oil helps to make the dip smooth and blend evenly. You can swap it for a different oil of your choice (like avocado or sesame oil).
Lemon: Lemon juice also helps to make the dip smooth, while keeping it bright and fresh.
Basil: A little goes a long way! Just a little fresh basil adds flavor and color to this Spicy Edamame Dip.
Honey: It may sound strange, but the sweetness that just a little bit of honey adds makes this dip so good. It helps to counteract the spice from chili crisp too. Don’t skip it!
Chili crisp: This is what makes the dip spicy. For a spicier dip, add more. For a dip with less kick, add less. Just remember that a little goes a long way – if you’re adding more, start small!
Water: Water is important to thin the dip slightly. With the 1/4 cup in this recipe, the dip is still quite thick. For a thinner dip, you can slowly add more water.
Storage: Store this 5-Minute Spicy Edamame Dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Course: Appetizer, Dips, Snack

Cuisine: Japanese