Edamame and Feta Party Dip with Veggies
A vibrant, creamy dip made from blanched edamame, tangy feta, and fresh herbs, served alongside crisp raw veggies and whole-grain toast slices. High in plant protein and healthy fats, it makes an effortless and crowd-pleasing party appetizer.
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Janny + Lila
Janny 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 HealthTrigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
Comfortably 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
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Blender · Food processor · Colander · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
This dip can be made up to 24 hours in advance and kept chilled in the fridge until party time.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Bring a medium pot of water to…
Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
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Add the frozen shelled edamame to the…
Add the frozen shelled edamame to the boiling water and cook for 4 minutes until bright green and tender.
Look for: bright green and tender
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Drain the edamame in a colander and…
Drain the edamame in a colander and rinse under cold tap water for 30 seconds to stop the cooking process and cool down.
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Transfer the cooled edamame to a food…
Transfer the cooled edamame to a food processor or high-speed blender.
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Add the crumbled feta cheese
Add the crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, garlic clove, fresh mint leaves, extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of water to the food processor.
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Blend on high speed for 1 to…
Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes, stopping halfway through to scrape down the sides with a spatula, until the dip becomes smooth and creamy.
Look for: the dip becomes smooth and creamy
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Toast the whole-wheat bread slices in a…
Toast the whole-wheat bread slices in a toaster or pan for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly browned and crisp, then cut each slice into triangle points.
Look for: lightly browned and crisp, then cut each slice into triangle points
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Transfer the blended dip to a serving…
Transfer the blended dip to a serving bowl and arrange the cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, and toasted bread points around the bowl for dipping.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Store any leftover dip in an airtight…
Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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