Chilled Edamame and Salted Pumpkin Seeds
A quick, protein-packed vegan snack pairing steam-in-bag edamame with crunchy pumpkin seeds for sustained energy. Crisp, savory, and ready in minutes.
Prep
2 min
Cook
3 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Alicia + Lila
Alicia created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
A steadier pause
Trade food decisions for a clear plan
A straightforward recipe and a satisfying meal can make one part of a busy day feel settled, even when the rest is noisy.
Notice: hunger + energy later
Setup
Get set up
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Prep
2 min
Cook
3 min
Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Store pre-cooked edamame in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for fast snack assembly.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Place the frozen edamame pod bag in…
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Place the frozen edamame pod bag in…
Place the frozen edamame pod bag in the microwave and heat on High for 2 to 3 minutes, or until warmed through and tender.
Look for: warmed through and tender
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Carefully open the bag to let steam…
Carefully open the bag to let steam escape, then transfer the edamame pods to a bowl or portable container.
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Sprinkle sea salt and shelled pumpkin seeds…
Sprinkle sea salt and shelled pumpkin seeds evenly over the warm edamame pods.
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Serve immediately warm
Serve immediately warm, or allow to cool for 5 minutes for an on-the-go snack. Pop the soybeans directly out of the pods into your mouth, discarding the outer shell.
Allow: 5 minutes
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