Spicy Roasted Edamame

This easy recipe adds a bit of flavor to edamame and is great as a snack!

Ingredients:

– Edamame –(protein portion)
– ½ tsp olive oil*
– ⅛ tsp chilli powder
– ⅛ tsp dried basil
– ⅛ tsp onion powder
– ⅛ tsp ground cumin
– ⅛ tsp paprika
– ⅛ tsp ground black pepper

* Consult your coach for substitutions according to the phase you are in Metabolic Balance

Preparation:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°F). Place the thawed edamame into a mixing bowl, drizzle with the olive oil, then sprinkle with chili powder, basil, onion powder, cumin, paprika, and pepper. Toss until the edamame are evenly coated with the oil and spices. Spread the edamame onto a baking sheet in an even layer. Bake until the beans begin to brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Stir once halfway through cooking. Enjoy!

Credit: Metabolic Balance Canada

Edamame

Edamame are immature soybeans still in the pod that are commonly eaten boiled or steamed. Soybeans are considered a legume and have long been a staple in Asian cuisine. From a nutritional standpoint edamame are rich in vitamins and minerals including folate and Vitamin K. Additionally, soybeans are high in protein and a great plant-based source of protein. Edamame are great on top of salads, eaten as a snack, or added to a stir fry!

Soybean and Fennel

As promised here is our favorite fennel recipe – this soybean soup with fennel is packed full of delicious herbs.

Ingredients:
1 serving of soybeans
1 serving of fennel
Fresh herbs (parsley, chives, oregano, thyme)
Salt and pepper

Preparation:
Soak the soybeans in water overnight. Rinse them the next day, add fresh water, and cook the soybeans according to the package instructions.
Wash and clean the fennel (if necessary remove the outer leaves), cut into small cubes, and then roast the fennel in a pan for a few minutes. Then add the fennel to the soybeans and simmer everything for another 10 minutes. Wash the herbs and then chop finely. Season soybeans with salt, pepper and the herbs and enjoy. Depending on how thin or thick your soup is you can also serve it over some rye bread!