Fava Bean and Tomato Salad
This refreshing salad combines fava beans, tomatoes, and fresh herbs for a light and flavorful dish.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh mint - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Red onion - 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
- Tomatoes - 2 medium, diced
- 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 2-3 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Remove the outer skin from the fava beans by gently squeezing them. Discard the skins.
- In a large bowl, combine the fava beans, diced tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Let the salad marinate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 5g