Ful Mdammas Syrian Style Fava Bean Salad

fava beans

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more accessible and reduce prep time.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Onion powder provides a similar flavor profile.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar is a cost-effective acid alternative.

Place fava beans in a pot and add a little water.

Simmer the beans gently while preparing other ingredients.

Dice tomatoes and parsley for the salad mix.

Prepare the dressing with lemon juice, garlic, salt, and cumin.

Strain the fava beans from the liquid after simmering.

Add the dressing to the fava beans before mixing.

Taste the mixture and adjust salt if needed.

Drizzle olive oil over the fava beans before serving.

Serve with pita bread and accompaniments like green onion, mint, and pickles.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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