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January 4, 2012 • Healthy Eating & Nutrition

Edamame is a Superstar Food

Edamame, also known as fresh green soybeans, are a superstar food that are as pleasing to your taste buds as they are exceptional for boosting health. This convenient and readily available “whole soy food” packs a matrix of nutrients and beneficial compounds that place it clearly in the lead position as one of the most nutritionally esteemed of all beans. Whether your goals are heart health, cancer protection, appetite control, or reducing your carbon footprint without reducing the pleasure of eating – edamame is a winner!

Always choose organic, none GMO varieties available in the produce or freezer section of grocery stores.

Here are 2 delicious ways to bring more of this special bean into your life.

Edamame Salad

Simple Edamame with Lemon & Olive Oil