Snack · asian
Frozen Edamame Snack
Edamame delivers around 9 grams of protein per half-cup and keeps kids busy popping pods, which slows down the eating and makes the snack feel interactive.
How to make it
Place frozen edamame in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water.
Microwave on high for 3 minutes until heated through.
Drain, sprinkle with salt, and serve warm; kids pop the beans from the pods.
Trader Joe's frozen edamame in pods is inexpensive, reliably stocked, and takes exactly 3 minutes in the microwave. Costco sells a large bag of Seapoint Farms edamame that lasts weeks in the freezer and costs less per serving than almost any packaged snack.
Skip the salt and add a small drizzle of low-sodium soy sauce for older kids; try shelling the beans first for kids under 3 to avoid any choking risk; serve over plain rice with a little sesame oil if you want to stretch it into a light lunch.
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