Happy Thankful Thursday!
Sometimes the most powerful gifts come in the smallest packages. Today, let’s pause with gratitude for a bright green treasure that’s been nourishing people for centuries, edamame.
Yes, edamame are young soybeans, but don’t let that word “soy” scare you. In fact, one cup of edamame packs around 18 grams of complete plant-based protein, plus fiber for your gut and antioxidants to help your body thrive. Despite lingering myths about soy, people happily enjoy edamame as a side dish at sushi restaurants without hesitation, proof that it’s often misunderstood.
These vibrant pods are nature’s protein powerhouses, delivering all nine essential amino acids in a form that’s as delicious as it is energizing. A handful feels like a thankful moment to yourself.
Try steaming them lightly with a sprinkle of sea salt or toss them into your salads, grain bowls or stir-fries for a quick protein boost.
On this Thankful Thursday, let’s celebrate how these humble green pods fuel our bodies, clear up old myths and remind us that gratitude is found in the simplest of things.
I started out over 10 years ago watching Forks Over Knives, decided to “try out” the plant-based meal plan and had shockingly incredible results. I’ve never turned back. I have lost nearly 50 pounds, and that is just one side effect that me, my family, friends and clients have experienced after making the change.
Having been an incredible cook my entire adult life, I started my own personal chef service, NuYu Nourish, to extend my help to others. I interned under a celebrity chef, became a celebrity chef myself and have been expanding my reach and goals ever since! My plan follows strictly and simply those of Dr. Mcdougall, Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Esselstyn.
