Traditional Greek Fava Dip Recipe

yellow split peas

🥗Healthier: green split peas

💰Cheaper: dried lentils

Lentils are often more affordable and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is more cost-effective and has a longer shelf life.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: white onion

White onion is typically cheaper and can be used interchangeably.

Heat 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add 3 cups of chopped red onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

Add 3 cloves of chopped garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of dry oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper; cook until fragrant.

Add 1 (16 ounce) bag of yellow split peas and 3 cups of vegetable broth to the pan.

Cook on low heat for about 40 minutes until thick and pasty.

Cool the mixture slightly before pureeing until smooth.

Add the juice of 1 lemon and 1 teaspoon of salt; adjust seasoning as needed.

Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika before serving.

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