Steamed Edamame with Sea Salt

A big bowl of steamed edamame pods finished with flaky sea salt and a touch of chili oil — the izakaya snack that happens to be a complete plant protein. Low-carb, high-volume, and 16g protein for 180 calories, it's one of the smartest fat-loss snacks that exists.

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups edamame in pods
• 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
• 1/2 tsp chili oil (optional)
• 1/4 lemon

Instructions

1. Steam or boil the edamame pods for 4-5 minutes.
2. Drain well and tip into a bowl.
3. Toss with sea salt, chili oil, and a squeeze of lemon.
4. Eat by popping the beans straight from the pods.