If using edamame in the shell, boil a pot of water. Add the edamame and cook for 5-6 minutes until tender. If using shelled edamame, you can steam or microwave them for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Once cooked, drain the edamame (if in the shell) and season with your choice of garlic, salt, and pepper. For extra flavor, you can drizzle with a bit of olive oil or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Serve immediately as a protein-packed snack or side dish.
Notes
Shopping: You can buy it in or out of the shell and season it with garlic or salt and pepper
Gestational Diabetes Carb Count: 13.8 g of total carbs with 5.8 g of fiber
Protein content: 17 g
Cooking: If you prefer edamame without the shell, you can skip the boiling step and simply microwave or steam the shelled beans.
Variations: Experiment with different seasonings, such as chili flakes, sesame oil, or a dash of soy sauce for more flavor.