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Microwaved edamame in a black bowl.
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Microwave Steamed Edamame (shelled or unshelled)

Edamame steams quickly in the microwave for a quick healthy snack, a last-minute appetizer, or a protein boost for a salad or grain bowl.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Global
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 94.5kcal
Author Eliza

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl with a lid

Ingredients

  • 1 cup frozen edamame shelled or unshelled
  • 1 teaspoon water for unshelled edamame
  • flaked sea salt to taste
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Place edamame beans in a microwave-safe dish or bowl. If using unshelled edamame add a teaspoon of water per cup of edamame.
  • Cover the bowl with a tight-fitting [Note 1], and place in the center of the microwave.
  • Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes until hot [Note 2], stirring once halfway through to ensure even cooking.
  • Serve with a sprinkle of flaked sea salt.

Notes

  1. Or cover the bowl with plastic wrap, remembering to pierce a few holes to allow the steam to escape.
  2. 700W - 800W: 3 minutes
    900W - 1000W: 2.5 minutes
    1100W - 1200W: 2 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 94.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.7g | Protein: 8.4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 4.8mg | Potassium: 337.9mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1.7g | Vitamin C: 4.7mg | Calcium: 48.9mg | Iron: 1.8mg