Fava Beans Supreme

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cooking with this Fava Beans Supreme recipe! Tender, blanched fava beans are simmered in a fragrant blend of garlic, onion, cumin, and smoked paprika, then brightened with zesty lemon juice and fresh herbs like parsley and dill. This nutritious dish, simmered to perfection in vegetable stock, strikes a delightful balance between earthy, smoky, and citrusy notes. Ready in just 40 minutes, it makes a versatile side dish or a light, satisfying main when paired with crusty bread. Packed with plant-based protein and bold flavors, Fava Beans Supreme is the ultimate healthy comfort food you'll come back to time and time again!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh fava beans (shelled)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 1 piece lemon (zested and juiced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 120 milliliters vegetable stock

Directions

Step 1

Start by blanching the fava beans. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shelled fava beans and cook for 2-3 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cool, gently squeeze the beans out of their outer skins, setting the inner beans aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin and smoked paprika, allowing the spices to bloom for about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add the prepped fava beans to the pan and stir to coat them in the aromatic mixture.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the beans cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and the stock has reduced slightly.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon zest and juice, chopped parsley, and dill. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired and garnish with extra parsley or dill for presentation.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or with crusty bread for a hearty, satisfying meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	856.5 grams (856.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	954

Total Fat 47.60g	61%
Saturated Fat 7.30g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2789mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 106.90g	39%
Dietary Fiber 33.40g	119%
Total Sugars 17.20g
Protein 45.00g	90%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 305mg	23%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 2307mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.4%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 41.3%