Good source
Protein
11.1 g · 22% DV target
A vibrant green, immature soybean harvested at its peak for a buttery texture and sweet, nutty flavor, edamame serves as a rare plant-based source of complete protein.
Edamame provides a complete plant-based protein profile, containing all essential amino acids (the protein building blocks the body cannot make itself) .789
These immature soybeans are harvested at approximately 80% maturity, which results in a higher concentration of water and natural sugars compared to mature, dried soybeans .911
Consumption of whole soy foods like edamame is well-established as safe for healthy individuals, as the levels of phytoestrogens (plant compounds that can mimic estrogen) found in normal dietary portions are not high enough to cause toxic effects .810
Unlike many other legumes, soybeans are classified as oilseeds due to their higher fat content, and edamame specifically retains significant amounts of dietary fibre and isoflavones (beneficial plant compounds) because it is a whole, minimally processed food .71112
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
11.1 g · 22% DV target
5.32 g · 19% DV target
1.81 mg · 12% DV target
23.6 μg · 20% DV target
15.4 mg · 17% DV target
108 μg · 27% DV target
Most common format for retail edamame
Keep in pods to maintain moisture
As a legume, edamame fixes nitrogen in the soil, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers.
The name edamame literally translates from Japanese as 'stem beans' because they were traditionally sold while still attached to the stem to indicate freshness.