are edamame a vegetable
An important vegetable in Asia, edamame demand in the U.S. has increased with the popularity of Asian cuisine. Additional interest in edamame stems from its many reported health benefits. The green soybeans are very high in protein, particularly for a vegetable, and contain beneficial phytochemicals.ntil harvest, edamame production is similar to that of traditional grain soybeans. Because of the larger seed size, green edible soybeans may require changes in planter plate size or planting technique. Seeds require a soil that is warm, moist, and free of weeds.