I’m always looking for new dips to make as a snack. I get into work about 7am each day and have a small breakfast when I arrive but I’m usually hungry again around 10:30. Having some dip with fresh veggies always keeps me full until lunch.
I also like to have a dip around the house for after work if I’m hungry before dinner. This fills me up so I’m not snacking when I’m cooking and then I don’t overstuff myself at dinner either.
I like to make my own dips so I can control the quality of the ingredients. This time around I chose organic non-GMO edamame and peas for my base and I thought they would mix nicely with a fresh spinach pesto.
Edamame has 17g of protein per cup and is a great source of dietary fiber and vitamins.
Edamame and Pea Pesto Dip
Pesto Ingredients
2/3 c packed basil
1 c spinach
1/4 c pine nuts
1/2 c veggie broth
1 cup spinach
1/4 c extra virgin olive oil
Dip Ingredients
1/4 – 1/2 c veggie broth
3 tb nutritional yeast
1 cup peas
1 c edamame
1/4 ts garlic powder
1/4 ts onion powder
2 tb fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 tb apple cider vinegar (optional)
salt and pepper to taste
Add pesto ingredients to a food processor and mix. Once processed, move to a bowl and set aside.
Add 1/4 cup veggie broth and the rest of the dip ingredients to the food processor and mix until mostly smooth. If it is too thick, add more veggie broth.
Pour the pesto back into the food processor with the dip and mix a bit to combine.
Mary Ellen Valverde MS, CNS, LDN is a Licensed Nutritionist and Certified Nutrition Specialist who helps clients regain their energy, confidence and health by adapting and enjoying a plant-based diet. By uniting her functional nutrition education with her passion for plants and mindfulness, Mary Ellen offers a completely holistic and science-based approach to designing a healthy, plant-based life. When she’s not reading up on the latest nutrition research, you can find Mary Ellen doting on her two rescue shih tzus, creating the perfect vegan mac & cheese, or exploring the world with her husband.
Deborah Davis says
I just hopped over from Virtual Vegan Potluck to check out your wonderful edamame pea pesto. What a delightfully different appetizer to enjoy! My friends and family will love this! I subscribed to stay in touch. I’m pinning and sharing this recipe as well. All the best,
Mary Ellen says
Thanks so much Deborah! I checked out your site this morning and I have really enjoyed what I’ve read. I also really appreciate you posting my recipe on Facebook. I’d love to stay in touch!
Confessions of A Mother Runner says
looks yummy! thanks for joining the linkup hope you will check out some of the other great recipes
Mary Ellen says
Thanks Deborah! Yes, I’ve been checking out a number of other links today. 🙂
I’m so happy to have found your linkup and I look forward to participating more!