Vegan Air Frying Edamame with Brussels Sprouts and Nutritional Yeast
🌱 100% Plant-Based
Cook Time: 8-10 min
Total Time: ~20 min
Temperature: 400°F
Protein: 18g per cooked cup
Serves: 2
Diet: Vegan, Plant-Based
Ingredients
- 1 cup shelled (155g) edamame
- 2 cups brussels sprouts, prepped
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for umami
- Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice
Instructions
- Prep the protein: Frozen: no thawing needed. Fresh: remove from pods after cooking.
- Season: Toss edamame with 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper.
- Prep vegetables: Wash and cut brussels sprouts into even pieces for uniform cooking.
- Heat: Set to 400°F. Add 1 tablespoon oil.
- Cook protein: Add edamame and cook for 8-10 minutes. Shelled, toss with oil and garlic, crispy snack
- Add vegetables: Add brussels sprouts and cook until tender-crisp, about 5-8 minutes.
- Season: Add at end for cheesy umami flavor. Taste and adjust salt and nutritional yeast.
- Finish: Add optional soy sauce or lemon juice for brightness. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Highlights
- Protein: 18g per cooked cup from edamame
- Fiber: High — from both edamame and brussels sprouts
- Diet: 100% plant-based, vegan, dairy-free
- Category: Soy-Based
Tips for Best Results
- Shelled, toss with oil and garlic, crispy snack
- Nutritional Yeast tip: Add at end for cheesy umami flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the cooking surface — work in batches for crispy results.
- For extra protein, serve over quinoa or brown rice.
- Storage: leftovers keep 4 days refrigerated, reheat at 400°F.