Traditional Greek FAVA With A Not-So-Traditional TOPPING

fava beans

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Split peas are more affordable and still provide a similar texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative for cooking.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Spinach is less expensive and adds a different green note.

Soak fava beans in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the fava beans.

In a pot, combine fava beans, water, and bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 30-40 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and drain excess water if necessary.

In a blender, combine fava beans, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Blend until smooth, adding olive oil gradually to achieve desired consistency.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with parsley and paprika.

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