Recipe: Edamame and Avocado Spread

Feb 11, 2014 | By: Bon Appétit
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Packed with flavor and heart-healthy mono- and polyunsaturated fats, this spread is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Makes 2 cups.
  • 1-1/2 cups shelled edamame
  • 1 medium avocado
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Pulse edamame in a food processor or blender until ground. Add avocado, olive oil, and lemon juice and blend until smooth.

Season with salt and garlic powder and pulse to incorporate. Serve with sliced vegetables, such as radishes or carrots or use as a sandwich spread. Store in refrigerator up to 3 days until served.

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