edamame
noun
ed·a·ma·me
ˌe-də-ˈmä-mā 
plural edamame also edamames
: immature green soybeans usually in the pod
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Edamame Roast edamame with olive oil and spices at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes.
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Merve Ceylan, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
For protein on a budget, focus on chicken thighs, canned tuna, eggs, lentils, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese and edamame.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Starters featured the likes of burrata with almonds, dill and honey; grilled scallops with edamame and hazelnut; and beef tartar with charcoal oil, salsa rubra and radish.
—Laura French, TheWeek, 16 Mar. 2026
Seriously, there’s something for everyone, from the person who just wants edamame or the Uchi salad, to oyster and sushi lovers, and those who want hot entrées that may include halibut, karaage chicken or wagyu steak.
—Shindy Chen
february 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Feb. 2026
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Merve Ceylan, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
For protein on a budget, focus on chicken thighs, canned tuna, eggs, lentils, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese and edamame.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Starters featured the likes of burrata with almonds, dill and honey; grilled scallops with edamame and hazelnut; and beef tartar with charcoal oil, salsa rubra and radish.
—Laura French, TheWeek, 16 Mar. 2026
Seriously, there’s something for everyone, from the person who just wants edamame or the Uchi salad, to oyster and sushi lovers, and those who want hot entrées that may include halibut, karaage chicken or wagyu steak.
—Shindy Chen
february 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Feb. 2026
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“Edamame.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edamame. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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