Spicy Garlic Edamame

1/2 tsp orange zest
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
freshly ground pepper, to taste
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable broth
1 tbsp honey
2 tsp canola or vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tsp grated ginger
5 cups edamame, in pod

If frozen, place edamame in a microwave-safe bowl and heat edamame for 2-3 minutes, or until defrosted.

In a small sauce pot, bring soy sauce, broth and honey to a slow boil over medium heat. Continue to gently boil until sauce is reduced by half, about 5 to 6 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the oil, garlic and ginger and sauté for 30 to 60 seconds. Add edamame, orange zest, cayenne, sesame seeds and black pepper and toss to evenly coat.
Add sauce to the edamame, toss and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until sauce is slightly thickened and edamame is heated through.

source: Skinny Taste

Edamame Caprice Salad

8 oz fresh mini mozzarella balls
1 1/2 cup shelled edamame, steamed until cooked but still crisp
2 cups grape tomatoes
8 to 10 basil leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
salt, fresh pepper

Halve the mozzarella balls and the tomatoes and combine in a large bowl with edamame. Toss with oil, vinegar and basil. Salt generously and add pepper to taste.

Source: Cooking With My Kid

Soy

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Perfect Portion : 1/2 cup

• Very low glycemic load
• Lowers cholesterol 
• Reduces risk of kidney disease 
• Lowers risk of cancer, including prostate, breast and endometrial cancer. 
• Eases menopausal discomfort