I enjoy edamame, so when i saw this, i thought i'd try it. I've mostly just had the kind that steams in the pod and then you pop them out of the pods. So this was something new to try.
On the package, can't really be seen in the picture, it says: "0g trans fat & a cholesterol free food" "excellent source of fiber & protein" and "good source of iron"
I found this page with the nutrition facts since i didn't take a picture: http://www.fooducate.com/app#page=product&id=9C324C02-0F87-11E1-8977-1231380C180E
As you can see, just 1/4 cup of these, you get 5g of fiber and 11g of protein.
I think if you compare a cups worth of this to a cups worth of peanuts, these turn out to be better. Aside from the sodium and carbs. if you go based on weight watcher's point plus system, the edamames are 15 points for a cup(4 points for a 1/4 cup serving) and the peanuts are 24 points for a cups worth. I'd say points wise, these are good for a replacement. I do feel it has a nutty taste/feel to it when you eat these. Whether just eating these or putting them on a salad, not sure yet what else you could put them on lol. i don't know how well they'd cook in things.
Edamames are also good for you. i found this page to explain why: http://www.livestrong.com/article/409591-the-health-benefits-of-edamame/
I am finding myself having a hard time not popping these into my mouth as i'm writing this lol. Though they are salty, i don't think it's like how peanuts are to where you feel like your mouth is drying out from eating a handful. The texture is different from peanuts, i feel it's more of a crumble like texture once you start to chew them.
For those who are dieting, i say this might be worth you trying out to see if you like it. I'm not sure how much i'll keep this on hand since i don't seem to stick to a good diet. But i would buy this again in general.
Lastly, i wanted to share a picture of what a serving size looks like
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