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Lemon Basil and Edamame "Ricotta" [Immersion Blender]

When edamame is broken down, it can easily replace the texture of ricotta cheese. Adding fresh lemon zest and basil to edamame gives this "ricotta" a deliciously light citrus flavor, perfect for a dip or starter.

  • Total Time15 Minutes 45 Seconds
  • Yield
    6 servings
  • DifficultySimple

Dietary Interests

Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Low Sodium, Mediterranean, Heart Friendly, Diabetes Friendly, Nutritarian
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Vitamix

Ingredients

  • ½ cup 120 ml vegetable stock
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 lemon, zest only
  • 2 Tablespoons pine nuts
  • 1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1 30 g fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 1 ½ cups 240 g shelled edamame beans [or frozen-thawed]

Directions

    1. Place all ingredients into the Immersion Chopper Work Bowl fitted with the Chopping Blade and secure the lid.
    2. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 45 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
    3. Secure the lid and process for an additional 45 seconds or until desired consistency is achieved.
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Nutrition

1 serving ( )
Calories 80
Total Fat 4g
Total Carbohydrate 6g
Dietary Fiber 4g
Sugars 1g
Protein 7g
Sodium 20g

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