Edamame with Sesame (High-Protein Vegan Fitness Snack) | Kyos Sport
🥗 Kyos Sport · Fit Snacks
The vegan equivalent of a protein shake. 17g of complete plant-based protein with all essential amino acids in just 190 kcal. The most efficient and delicious plant-based post-workout snack in the guide.
🔄 Vegan Post-Workout ⏱ 8 min ⭐ Very Easy 💪 17g Protein
🌿 Steamed Edamame with Sea Salt, Toasted Sesame, and Sesame Oil
🔄 Vegan Post-Workout ⏱ 8 min ⭐ Very Easy
Ingredients
| 200g | Frozen Edamame in pods |
| 1 tsp | Flaky sea salt |
| 1 tsp | Toasted sesame seeds |
| A few drops | Sesame oil |
| Optional | Chili flakes or shichimi |
Preparation
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Steam the edamame for 5-6 minutes from frozen, or boil in salted water for 4 minutes. It should be bright green and firm to the bite.
- Drain and place in a large bowl. Sprinkle flaky sea salt over them so it adheres to the hot pods.
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Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and add a few drops of intensely fragrant sesame oil. Serve hot or at room temperature. Eat by popping the beans out of the pod with your teeth.
Nutritional Information
| 190 | 17g | 12g | 8g |
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fats |
Benefits
- ✓ Edamame has the most complete plant protein in terms of amino acids: all essential amino acids in similar proportions to animal protein.
- ✓ Soy isoflavones have a hormone-modulating effect: in moderate amounts, they improve muscle recovery and reduce post-exercise inflammation.
- ✓ Only 190 kcal with 17g of complete plant protein: the most protein-rich and calorically efficient vegan snack option.
Star Ingredients
| 🌿 |
Edamame Immature soybeans: complete protein with all essential amino acids, plus more vitamins C and K than mature tofu. The most complete plant food. |
| 🌾 |
Toasted Sesame Seeds Anti-inflammatory sesamin, bioavailable calcium, zinc, and copper in high concentrations. Toasting activates antioxidants and enhances flavor. |
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Sesame Oil Antioxidant sesamol and sesamolin, balanced fatty acids, and intense aroma that transforms the dish with just a few drops. |
🌱 Fitness Tip: The most complete vegan post-workout snack. For those following a plant-based diet, edamame is the vegan equivalent of a protein shake. 17g of complete protein in a snack of only 190 kcal that also satisfies and has an exceptional micronutrient profile.
💪 Combine it with Kyos Sport
The plant-based post-workout snack for vegan athletes. After your session with Kyos Sport equipment, edamame covers the anabolic window in a 100% plant-based and unprocessed way. It proves that vegan performance is real, effective, and delicious.
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