Healthy Edamame Pesto

Indulge in a comforting bowl of spaghetti while prioritizing your health with this simple yet flavorful edamame pasta sauce. Packed with goodness, this creamy green sauce not only satisfies your cravings but also supports your cholesterol levels and weight management goals. The star of the recipe edamame is not only rich in fiber and protein but also minerals like calcium, potassium and magnesium. It’s a delicious way to enjoy a satisfying meal without causing drastic blood sugar spikes. Give this quick and easy recipe a try for a nourishing and guilt-free pasta experience.

Edamame pesto with bread and cheese for healthy snacking.

Servings: 4

Calories per Serving: 450

Prep Time: 15 min

Cook Time: 10 min

Total Time: 25 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup edamame shelled, cooked, or thawed if frozen
  • 1 bunch basil
  • 2 cups peas
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ lemon juiced (optional)

Instructions

1 cup of thawed or cooked edamame, along with basil, peas, garlic, lemon juice (optional), olive oil, and salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.

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Kylie

Kylie Ivanir

Kylie Ivanir, RD, MS is a registered dietitian and founder of Within Nutrition. She helps women support their gut, balance hormones and stabilise blood sugar so they can feel more energised and at home in their bodies. With degrees from UCLA and Columbia University Medical Center, Kylie combines evidence-based nutrition with a root-cause, functional approach. Through her private practice, podcast and online community, she has supported thousands of women in improving their gut, hormone and metabolic health without restriction or overwhelm.