Edamame Avocado Hummus

Edamame and avocado combine for a creamy hummus that is perfect for summer parties and backyard BBQs!

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The combination of edamame and avocado results in bright flavors in this creamy hummus. Edamame hummus is a fun and delicious alternative to traditional hummus and it's always a hit at any party, but also works well for a healthy afternoon snack at home. Like most hummus, it's naturally vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free.

This particular recipe was inspired by hummus I had in a restaurant in Chicago many years ago.

Contents:

• The perfect hummus for your next backyard BBQ!
• Recipe ingredients + substitutions
• How to make Edamame Avocado Hummus
• Serving Suggestions: What to Eat with Edamame Hummus
• More snacks and appetizers for a summer party
• Edamame Avocado Hummus

The perfect hummus for your next backyard BBQ!

This homemade hummus is a backyard party and snacktime superstar! It holds up in the heat making it well suited to warm weather gatherings.

While it’s seriously quick and easy to make, it packs a big punch of flavor which makes it ideal for dipping all types of veggies. I especially love to serve it with the bright watermelon radishes you see in the photos.

Read on to learn more about how to make Edamame Avocado Hummus, or jump straight to the recipe and get snacking!

Recipe ingredients + substitutions

The full list of ingredients and quantities can be found in the recipe card below.

This hummus uses just 8 ingredients. You'll need:

• Edamame: Edamame replaces the chickpeas used in traditional hummus. I generally use frozen bagged, pre-shelled edamame.
• Lemon: You need both lemon zest and juice in the recipe. The citrus balances out the other ingredients to give this dip a bright, fresh taste.
• Fresh cilantro: The peppery taste of fresh cilantro gives this hummus an extra flavor boost. Remove the leaves from the thicker stems before adding them to the food processor. Since you won't be cooking it, I don't recommend substituting dried hummus in this recipe.
• Avocado: Avocado gives this dip its creamy texture. Without it, you'd end up with a slightly gritty texture.
• Pantry staples: Garlic clove, olive oil, ground white pepper, kosher salt

How to make Edamame Avocado Hummus

Like most homemade hummus recipes, this one has only a few ingredients and, with the help of a food processor, comes together in about 10 minutes.

Step 1 | Steam the edamame. You can do this quickly by placing the edamame in a microwave-safe bowl with a tablespoon or two of water.  

Step 2| Blend the ingredients. Add the edamame, garlic, lemon zest, cilantro and avocado to the bowl of a food processor fitted with a standard blade, then pulse it several times until the mixture is combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Then, while the motor is running, add the oil and continue to blend until creamy.

Step 3 | Serve. Top the finished hummus with some edamame and chopped cilantro. Serve with your favorite veggies or crackers.

Frequently asked questions

Serving Suggestions: What to Eat with Edamame Hummus

Hummus is a go-to snack for all types of gatherings! Once your homemade hummus is ready, finish it off with a few extra toppings and serve it with some dippers! Here are a couple of ideas to get you started:

• Toppings: Spoon the hummus into a shallow bowl and add a drizzle of olive oil, some chopped cilantro and a handful of steamed edamame.
• Dippers: Sliced watermelon radishes are one of my favorite dippers in this hummus. It also goes well with baby carrots, cucumber or just about any veggie. Pita chips and crackers are another good dipper for this hummus.

More snacks and appetizers for a summer party

If you are looking for other snacks to add to your next backyard BBQ menu, check out:

• Healthy Cowboy Caviar
• Roasted Tomato Crostini
• Melon, Mozzarella and Proscuitto Skewers
• Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salsa
• Southwest Turkey Burger Sliders

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This post was originally published in July 2016. It was updated in April 2024 with some new information. No changes were made to the original recipe.