snack

Edamame Pods

PostpartumJapaneseEasyServes 27 min

Steamed edamame pods lightly sprinkled with sea salt.

Edamame is an excellent, effortless source of plant-based protein and folate for the recovering mother. The high protein and fiber content provide sustained, steady energy to help manage round-the-clock feedings. It's a simple, warm snack that takes only minutes to prepare and can easily be eaten with one hand.

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One serving≈100 kcal · 10 g protein

Calories100 kcal

Protein10 g

Carbs8.4 g · 1.9g sugar

Fat4.4 g · 0.5g sat

Fiber4.4 g

Sodium587 mg

Folate266 mcg DFE

Iron1.9 mg

Calcium55 mg

Choline48 mg

Iodine68 mcg

Zinc1.2 mg

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Ingredients

2 cups frozen edamame pods
½ tsp sea salt
¼ cup water

Method

1Place the frozen edamame pods and water in a microwave-safe bowl.
2Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate or vented lid, and microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes until the edamame are hot and bright green.
3Carefully drain any remaining water from the bowl.
4Sprinkle the edamame with sea salt, toss to coat, and serve immediately.

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