Fava Bean and Prosciutto Salad
This refreshing salad combines the earthy flavors of fava beans with the salty richness of prosciutto.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
- Parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup, grated
- Red onion - 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
- Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
- Arugula - 4 cups
- Prosciutto - 4 slices, thinly sliced
- Fava beans - 2 cups, shelled
Let's Get Started
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fava beans and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool. Peel off the outer skins of the beans.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and peeled fava beans.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
- Divide the salad onto individual plates and top each with a slice of prosciutto.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the salad.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 3g