Steamed Edamame Calories as Money
Smart SpenderA typical steamed edamame can barely dent your daily calorie budget. See the real price, compare options, and find smarter swaps that save calories—and money.
Estimated Cost
$122
1 cup, in pods
Budget boss move.
Daily Budget
$2,000
This Meal
$122
Remaining
$1,878
Calculations based on a 2,000 calorie daily budget. Set your personal budget on the calculator page.
How It Compares
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Steamed Edamame
$122
6% of daily budget
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Better Swaps
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🌱 Steamed Edamame
$122
6% of daily budget
Already a smart choice
Steamed Edamame doesn’t have a cheaper swap on the menu — nothing pricier to trade down from here.
Quick Take
- Costs $122 (6% of budget)
- Verdict: Smart Spender
- Already a smart choice
- Category: Snacks
Frequently Asked Questions
How much of a 2,000-calorie budget is a steamed edamame?
A steamed edamame (1 cup, in pods) runs about 122 calories, or 6% of a 2,000-calorie daily budget. On the Budget Calories scale, that's a "Smart Spender."
Is a steamed edamame a smart calorie budget choice?
At 122 calories, a steamed edamame is a "Smart Spender" — budget boss move.