It’s that time of the year again when many of us in colder climates will find ourselves indoors watching football games, movies, or just hanging out and keeping warm. Oftentimes that means snacking on foods, many of which have zero nutritional value causing havoc in our bodies and with our moods.
I’m the first to admit I love Doritos. Put them in front of me at a party and all I have to do is eat one chip and it’s all over for me. The bowl of chips can be gone in minutes and then I feel like a mess inside and out.
Here’s a snack that is so addicting, plus it’s high in protein, and one of the few plants that contains all the essential amino acids, making this a complete source of protein. In addition, it has a rich source of other nutrients providing numerous health benefits.
I’m talking about Edamame. Edamame is a green vegetable more commonly known as a soybean, harvested at the peak of ripening right before it reaches the “hardening” time. To retain the freshness and its natural flavor, it is parboiled and quick-frozen. Edamame is consumed as a snack, a vegetable dish, used in soups or processed into sweets. However, roasting them as I did here creates an almost irresistible treat that will have you and your guests coming back for more.
Edamame is used for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and preventing diseases of the heart and blood vessels. It is also used for type 2 diabetes, asthma, lung cancer, endometrial cancer, prostate cancer, and thyroid cancer, as well as preventing weak bones (osteoporosis), and slowing the progression of kidney disease.
Eating dry roasted Edamame has a list of health benefits that include:
The list of benefits is endless! So you can see why having Roasted Edamame to offer guests or keep on hand for yourself when you’re craving a snack makes perfect sense.
With just 4 ingredients you owe it to yourself to try this recipe. After you do, please tell me what you think……………………………………………..
A healthy snack that you won't feel guilty eating!
Enjoy!!!
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Adapted from: Canyon Ranch