Fava Bean Salad

This Moroccan Fava Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the earthy flavors of fava beans with fresh herbs and zesty citrus. It's a protein-rich salad that's perfect as a light meal or a side dish, bringing a taste of Morocco to your table.

Ingredients

• Fava beans - 200 grams, shelled
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 15 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the shelled fava beans. Cook for 10 minutes until tender, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked fava beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
5. If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
6. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from fava beans.
• Rich in dietary fiber, which aids digestion.
• Contains antioxidants from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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