Best 5 Fava Beans With Snap Peas And Mint Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, there exists a harmonious blend of flavors that captivates taste buds and nourishes the soul. Fava beans, with their earthy undertones, pair seamlessly with the vibrant crispness of snap peas, while the refreshing essence of mint adds an invigorating touch. These ingredients unite in a symphony of tastes, offering a medley of recipes that tantalize the senses. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore delectable dishes that celebrate this trio of flavors: a vibrant salad that bursts with freshness, a hearty soup that exudes warmth and comfort, and a savory pasta that combines textures and flavors in perfect harmony. Prepare to be enthralled by the versatility of these ingredients as they transform into culinary masterpieces.

**Recipes featured in the article:**

* **Fava Bean and Snap Pea Salad:** A refreshing salad that showcases the vibrant flavors of fava beans, snap peas, and mint. Tossed in a tangy vinaigrette, this salad is a symphony of flavors and textures.

* **Fava Bean and Pea Soup:** A comforting and nourishing soup that is perfect for a cold day. Packed with fresh fava beans, snap peas, and aromatic herbs, this soup is sure to warm your soul.

* **Pasta with Fava Beans and Snap Peas:** A delightful pasta dish that combines the delicate flavors of fava beans and snap peas with the hearty texture of pasta. Tossed in a creamy sauce, this dish is a celebration of flavors and textures.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

20 WAYS TO USE FAVA BEANS



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 20

Sauteed Fava Beans with Garlic Green Onions and Basil
Mexican Fava Bean Soup (Sopa de Habas)
Flatbread with Fava Beans, Cucumbers, and Burrata
Foul Mudammas (Egyptian Fava Beans)
Fresh Fava Bean and Parmesan Salad
Fava Beans with Tomatoes
Solterito (An Easy Peruvian Salad)
Grilled Fava Beans with Mint, Lemon Zest u0026amp; Sumac
Spring Vegetable Salad with Buttermilk Poppy Seed Dressing
Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Mashed Fava Beans
Rice Salad with Fresh Fava Beans and Pistachios
Fava Bean, Radish, and Corn Salad
Pasta with Fava Beans and Pancetta (Fave in Porchetta)
Asparagus and Fava Bean Quinoa Salad
Fava Bean Puree
Fava Beans Risotto
Fava Beans and Bacon Salad
Pea, Asparagus, and Fava Bean Salad
Moroccan Dried Fava Bean Dip or Soup - Bessara (Bissara)
Turkish Fava Bean Puree with Dill

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  • Organize all the required ingredients.
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FAVA BEANS WITH SNAP PEAS AND MINT



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Fava beans mingle with snap peas and mint in this showcase of spring vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound snap peas, trimmed
6 pounds fava beans, shelled (about 2 pounds)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Prepare an ice-water bath. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add snap peas and blanch 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to ice bath; let cool, then drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Add fava beans to pot and blanch 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to ice bath and let cool; drain on plate. Pop favas from skins.
  • Melt butter in a large saute pan over medium. Add favas and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add peas; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with mint.

FAVES A LA MENTA(FAVA BEANS WITH MINT)



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 spring onion, minced
4 bacon slices, cut crosswise into 1/8-inch thickness
Fine sea salt and freshly ground white pepper
1/2 cup white wine
1 1/2 cups water
2 cups shucked fava beans
10 mint leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Place the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onions and bacon and cook until limp. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Add the wine and bring to a boil. Add 1 cup of water and return to a boil. Continue cooking until the liquid is reduced by half.
  • Add the remaining water and the fava beans and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook until the fava beans are tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add the mint leaves and cook for 1 minute. Serve hot or at room temperature.

FAVA BEAN SOUP WITH MINT



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Although this looks like a Mediterranean soup, I came across it in Veracruz, where the cuisine still has Spanish overtones. I have eaten a similar fava bean dish in Spain. You can find skinned, split fava beans in Middle Eastern markets.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 2h15m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound dried, skinned fava beans, washed, picked over, and soaked in water to cover for 6 hours or overnight
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 pound tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped, or 1 cup canned chopped tomatoes
10 sprigs fresh spearmint, tied in a bunch with kitchen string
2 quarts water
Salt to taste
Slivered fresh mint leaves, extra virgin olive oil, and dried red pepper flakes for garnish

Steps:

  • Drain the favas. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes, and add the garlic. Stir together for a minute, until fragrant, and add the tomatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly, about 5 minutes, and add the beans, 2 quarts water, another 2 teaspoons salt, and the mint. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 2 hours, or until the beans have begun to fall apart and thicken the soup. Stir from time to time to make sure the beans are not settling at the bottom of the pot and sticking.
  • When the beans are soft and falling apart, remove the bundle of mint, and using tongs, any stray mint leaves. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Serve, garnishing each bowl with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkling of slivered mint leaves, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 125, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1063 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

FAVA BEANS WITH RED ONION AND MINT (FAVE CON CIPOLLA ROSSA E MENTA )



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Provided by Ursula Ferrigno

Yield Makes 6 (small plate) servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups peeled shelled fresh fava beans (2 1/2 pounds in pod)
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 medium red onions, chopped
Fine sea salt
Generous handful of mint, roughly chopped (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Cook fava beans with 1 teaspoon oil in boiling unsalted water until tender, 6 to 8 minutes, then drain.
  • Cook onions in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring, until just crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Add beans and cook until just heated through, then season with sea salt and pepper. Toss in mint. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender fava beans. Look for pods that are bright green and plump, with no signs of bruising or blemishes.
  • Blanch the fava beans briefly before using. This will help to remove the skins and make them more tender.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your stir-fry. Snap peas, carrots, broccoli, and bell peppers are all good choices.
  • Add some protein to your stir-fry. Tofu, chicken, or shrimp are all good options.
  • Season your stir-fry to taste. Soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil are all good choices.

Conclusion:

This stir-fry is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy fava beans. It is packed with fresh vegetables and protein, and it is easy to make. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this fava bean stir-fry a try.

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