edamame substitute
in quiche.

Edamame adds flavor and body to quiche filling. Choose a substitute that keeps its firm skin-on bite set in custard and doesn't bleed excess moisture.

top substitutes

01

Mung Beans

10.0best for quiche
1 cup : 1 cup

Tiny sprouted beans; lighter and crunchier, works in stir-fries and salads

02

Tofu

10.0best for quiche
1 cup : 1 cup

Soft soy curd; press and cube firm tofu for similar protein, milder flavor than whole beans

03

Black Beans

10.0best for quiche
1 cup : 1 cup

Dark and earthy; firmer when cooked, similar protein content, works in burritos and salads

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04

Chickpeas

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Tan and nutty; use shelled edamame 1:1, slightly firmer bite with bright green color

05

Lima Beans

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Buttery and starchy; closest match in size and color, works in succotash and salads

06

Peas

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Sweet and green, works in most dishes

07

Tempeh

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Fermented soy cake; slice and pan-fry for crispy exterior, nuttier and chewier than edamame

08

Lentils

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Small and tender; red lentils break down while green hold shape, higher protein than most beans

09

Kidney Beans

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Large red beans; heartier and starchier than edamame, works in chili and stews

10

Corn

4.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Sweet yellow kernels; lighter protein than edamame, adds color and crunch to stir-fries

11

Avocado

2.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Blend shelled edamame for creamy green spread; nuttier and denser than avocado, add lemon

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