Edamame

Try something new tonight - edamame or soybeans as a veggie side dish that's nutritious and delicious.

Find them in the frozen health food section or veggie section - in the pod or loose.

Steam or boil individual beans just until tender, sprinkle with flake salt and either butter or lemon zest.

For the podded edamame (ed - ah - MAH - me), steam or boil until tender and serve warm or chilled with flake salt. A funky Japanese appetizer that's relatively inexpensive, can always be on hand, quick to prepare and great for us!

They look like a cross between a green pea and lima beans, but the texture is slightly firmer with no "mushy" centre. Most people will initially think they're eating peas and enjoy them!

Give them a try!