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Ful Medames (Fava Bean Dip)

Middle Eastern mezza/appetizer. Fava beans with a delicious lemony dill dressing.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizers, Side Dish
Cuisine: Assyrian, Middle Eastern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 252kcal
Author: Hilda Sterner

Ingredients

  • 1 20 oz can of large fava beans
  • 1 medium lemon (juiced)
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic (pressed)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1½ teaspoon dill weed
  • 1½ teaspoon dried mint (optional)

Instructions

  • Drain and rinse fava beans and add to a medium-sized bowl.
  • Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Sprinkle with dill weed, and mint, if using.
  • Pour the lemon and olive oil mixture over the Fava beans and stir to combine. Allow to marinate for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 584mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 3g