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Green Olive and Edamame Dip (Guacamole Look-Alike) – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Green Olive and Edamame Dip (Guacamole Look-Alike)

A vibrant green dip that looks like guacamole but surprises with the briny, savory punch of green olives and the sweet, creamy nuttiness of edamame. A quick and easy vegetarian appetizer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 75
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (150 g / 5.3 oz) fresh or frozen shelled edamame
  • ½ cup (75 g / 2.65 oz) pitted green olives
  • ½ teaspoon / 1 clove minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g / 1.06 oz) chopped tomato, for garnish
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pro-Tips for the Perfect Dip
  • For a chunkier texture, pulse the olives and garlic briefly at the end instead of processing until completely smooth.
  • Make this dip up to 24 hours in advance. Store it in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent discoloration.
  • If the dip is too thick, add more of the reserved cooking liquid, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Method
 

  1. Cook the Edamame: Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the shelled edamame and cook until very tender, about 8-10 minutes. 2.
  3. Drain and Reserve: Drain the edamame, making sure to reserve at least ½ cup of the hot cooking liquid before discarding the rest. 3. Create the Base: Transfer the hot edamame to a food processor.
  4. Add ¼ cup of the reserved cooking liquid and puree until you have a smooth, creamy texture. 4.
  5. Blend the Flavors: Add the pitted green olives and minced garlic to the food processor. Process again until everything is smooth and well combined. 5.
  6. Season and Serve: Taste the dip and season with salt and pepper as needed—the olives are salty, so you may not need much.
  7. Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with the chopped tomato, and enjoy!
  8. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice after blending to brighten up the flavors and add a zesty kick.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 4gFat: 5g

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