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Fresh Corn & Edamame Recipe

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Updated March 22, 2011

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This delicious summer edamame recipe packs fiber and protein. The fresh corn and red pepper add a nice sweetness. This recipe makes 6 servings, each providing 128 calories, 4 grams of fat, 16 grams of carbohydrate, 4 grams of fiber, and 6 grams of protein.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups shelled edamame - frozen
  • 1 Tablespoon canola oil
  • 1/4 white onion - chopped
  • 1/2 red pepper - chopped
  • 2 cups fresh corn (4 ears) - cut from the cob
  • 3 Tablespoons water
  • 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • ground black pepper to taste

Preparation:

  1. Cook edamame in boiling water for 4 minutes. Drain water and set aside.
  2. Heat skillet over medium heat. Add oil and allow to warm.
  3. Add onion and cook until translucent. Add red pepper, corn and water; cook for 4 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat. Stir in edamame and remaining ingredients.

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