Crispy Roasted Edamame And Pepitas
A crunchy, savory snack mix featuring fiber-packed green edamame and protein-rich pumpkin seeds. It is a perfect, travel-friendly companion to keep your energy steady between meals.
Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Erin + Lila
Erin 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.
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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
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
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Everyday nourishment
One less thing to overthink
When your cycle feels unpredictable, a straightforward, balanced meal is a useful piece of routine you can control.
Notice: energy + meal rhythm
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan
Time saver
Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C)
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C)
Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Combine the shelled edamame and raw pepitas
In a medium bowl, combine the shelled edamame and raw pepitas.
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Drizzle with olive oil
Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, and sea salt. Toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
Look for: everything is evenly coated
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Spread the mixture in a single
Spread the mixture in a single, sparse layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure there is space around the ingredients so they roast instead of steam.
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Bake at 400°F (204°C) for 15 minutes
Bake at 400°F (204°C) for 15 minutes, then stir thoroughly.
Allow: 15 minutes
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Return to the oven and roast for…
Return to the oven and roast for another 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edamame is lightly browned and crunchy and the pepitas are puffed.
Look for: the edamame is lightly browned and crunchy and the pepitas are puffed
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Remove from the oven and let cool…
Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet for 10 minutes to reach maximum crispiness.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Serve immediately or store in an airtight…
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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