Thread: Roasted Garlic & Edamame Spread

I just found this... Sounds PERFECT!

(I switch to four 10-hour days soon... In schools. With no A/C. In South Texas. In July & August. I'll need some stamina.)

Prep: 10 minutes; Cook: 50 minutes. Planning for a party? Make this flavorful dip a day or two in advance, and store it covered tightly in the fridge.

Yield: Makes 16 servings (serving size: 2 tablespoons)

Good to Know
Protect yourself from a pesky spring cold with garlic's disease-fighting compounds. And here's a bonus: Isoflavone-rich soybeans may help reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flashes and cut the risk of heart disease. Serve with toasted pita wedges, flatbread, or raw vegetables.

Ingredients
1 small whole garlic head
2 cups water
1 (16-ounce) package frozen shelled edamame (about 2 1/2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
5 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation
1. Cut about 1/4 inch off the top of the garlic head, so the cloves are slightly exposed, but don't peel the garlic. Wrap the head loosely in foil, and place in a preheated 400° oven for 45 minutes or until garlic is very soft and golden. Let cool; then squeeze the garlic cloves out of the paperlike peel.

2. Meanwhile, bring 2 cups water to a boil; add edamame, and boil 5 minutes. Drain.

3. Combine edamame, garlic, cumin, and next 5 ingredients (through 3 tablespoons water) in a food processor, and pulse until smooth. Garnish mixture with the chopped cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Information
Calories per serving54
Fat per serving2
Saturated fat per serving0.0
Monounsaturated fat per serving1
Polyunsaturated fat per serving0.0
Protein per serving3
Carbohydrates per serving5
Fiber per serving2
Cholesterol per serving1
Iron per serving1
Sodium per serving50
Calcium per serving28

(It was suggested to use 2-3 servings as a spread on a pita as an under-200 calorie snack!)

Oooohh....I'm so on this one! I love all the igredients and thanku for posting the nutritional data too!!! Can't wait to make this!

Mmmmmmm this sounds yummy! Roasted garlic is my fav!

This turned out really good! I made it this morning and let the flavors marry a little before having some for lunch. It's so yummy-licious spread on some toasted sourdough bread! Thanks [MENTION=72]TraciInTexas[/MENTION] for sharing this great recipe!

Oh, I'm glad it is as good as it sounds! :-D