Best 9 Hearths Fava Bean Salad Recipes

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**Savor the Delights of Hearths' Fava Bean Salad: A Symphony of Freshness and Flavor**

Indulge in a culinary journey with Hearths' Fava Bean Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of spring's bounty. This tantalizing salad showcases the humble fava bean, transformed into a symphony of flavors and textures. With its distinct nutty flavor and tender bite, the fava bean takes center stage, accompanied by a chorus of crisp vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing. Experience a burst of freshness with every bite as you relish the crunch of radishes, the sweetness of carrots, the aromatic notes of dill and mint, and the vibrant pop of lemon. Hearths' Fava Bean Salad is not just a dish; it's an ode to the beauty and diversity of nature's offerings. Whether you're seeking a light and flavorful lunch option or a delightful side dish to complement your main course, this salad promises to elevate your culinary experience. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the magic of Hearths' Fava Bean Salad, a testament to the art of simplicity and the power of fresh ingredients.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

WARM FAVA BEAN & PEA SALAD



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This is a springtime staple in my house; my mom has been making it forever. I know that when the favas are at the market I can always find this refreshing and tasty salad in her fridge! If fresh favas or peas are not available, frozen is fine - but if you use frozen favas, be sure to take off the tough outer skin. -Francesca Ferenczi, New York, New York.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups shelled fresh fava beans (about 4 pounds unshelled) or 1 package (28 ounces) frozen fava beans, thawed
8 cups shelled fresh peas (about 8 pounds unshelled) or 8 cups frozen peas (about 32 ounces)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 ounces diced pancetta
8 shallots, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • For fresh fava beans, add beans to a large pot of boiling water; return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, until tender, 4-5 minutes. Using a strainer, remove beans to a bowl of ice water to cool. Drain cooled beans; squeeze gently to remove skins. (If using frozen fava beans, prepare according to package directions.), For fresh peas, add peas to boiling water; return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, just until tender, 2-4 minutes. Drain well; place in a large bowl. (If using frozen peas, cook according to package directions.), In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add pancetta; cook and stir until crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels, reserving drippings., In same pan, heat remaining oil and reserved drippings over medium heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until tender and lightly browned, 5-6 minutes. Stir in fava beans and heat through. Add to peas; stir in salt, pepper and pancetta. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

FAVA BEAN SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE AND SHAVED MANCHEGO CHEESE



Fava Bean Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette and Shaved Manchego Cheese image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups shucked fresh fava beans
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 pound Manchego cheese, shaved thinly (or Asiago or Romano)
2 tablespoons finely chopped flatleaf parsley

Steps:

  • Fill a bowl with ice and water. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fava beans and cook until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain and shock in ice water. Drain again and remove outer skins. Place the beans in a medium serving bowl. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, garlic and olive oil and whisk until blended. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour the mixture over the beans and mix well. Add the cheese, sprinkle with the parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calorie, Fat 25 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 19 milligrams, Sodium 416 milligrams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 7 grams

FAVA BEAN SALAD



Fava Bean Salad image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings

Time P2D

Yield Four to five servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 pounds fava beans (or lima beans), shelled, blanched 2 minutes, run under cold water and popped out of the tough outer skins (3 cups)
4 ounces Parmesan cheese, broken into bite-size chunks
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
3 medium cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup almonds, lightly toasted
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Toss all ingredients and marinate overnight at room temperature or for 2 days in the refrigerator

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 730, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 102 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 43 grams, Protein 55 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 1384 milligrams, Sugar 51 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HEARTH'S FAVA-BEAN SALAD



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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 15m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Salt
4 pounds fava beans
2 spring onions or 2 scallions, finely chopped
Freshly ground black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil (Canora uses Laudemio)
2 cups 1/4-inch-diced Pecorino
Toscano (a sheep's milk cheese that's firm enough to dice but not so firm that it crumbles)
3 teaspoons crushed imported oregano
Small pinch crushed chili pepper
1/3 cup finely chopped parsley
1 tablespoon white wine
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • To prepare the fava beans, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Shell the beans and parboil for 30 to 40 seconds. Plunge the favas into ice water to stop the cooking. Pop each bean out of its outer skin by pinching with thumb and forefinger; you may have to slit the outer skin with a knife if the beans are mature. (You should have about 4 cups.)
  • In a bowl, combine the favas with the onions. Season lightly with salt and generously with pepper. Douse with olive oil. If serving this later, add the remaining ingredients just before serving. If serving immediately, fold in the cheese, oregano, pepper, parsley, white wine and vinegar. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve with crusty bread. Be sure to spoon on extra oil for soaking up with the bread.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 502, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 23 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 863 milligrams, Sugar 29 grams

FAVA BEAN FENNEL SALAD WITH PARMESAN



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Fresh fava bean salad with sliced fennel, mint, scallions, and Parmesan.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Salad     Fava Bean     Fennel     Salad

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-3 lbs fresh fava beans (also called broad beans), yielding about 1 1/2 to 2 cups shelled beans
Salt
1 small bulb fennel, thinly sliced ( mandoline works well for this)
2 ounces Parmesan cheese, thinly sliced
10 fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (chiffonade by stacking leaves and rolling them into a cigar shape, cut thin slices from the end)
2 scallions (green onions), sliced
Extra virgin olive oil
Lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Shell the fava beans outer pod: Fava beans need to be shelled twice, first before cooking to remove the outer pod, then after cooking, to remove the tough membrane around the bean. To remove the outer pod, work over a large bowl and squeeze the bean with your fingers, bending the pod so that when it snaps, the bean inside shoots out into the bowl. Remove all the beans from their pods.
  • Boil the beans: Add the beans to 2 quarts of boiling, salted water. Simmer the beans for a few minutes, until just tender.

FAVA BEAN, PARMESAN, AND ALMOND SALAD



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Bright fava beans bring fresh flavor and velvety texture to a simple salad of toasted almonds, mint, and Parmesan cheese. Spoon it atop crostini, or serve the crisp toasts alongside.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup whole almonds (about 3 ounces)
3 pounds fresh fava beans, shelled
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 ounces Parmesan or aged provolone cheese, cut into 1/2-inch chunks (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons very thinly sliced fresh mint leaves
Crostini, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375. Spread almonds on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in oven until golden brown and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Let cool completely. Chop very coarsely; set aside.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add fava beans, and cook 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to ice-water bath to stop the cooking. Squeeze beans from skins (you should have about 2 cups).
  • Whisk oil, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Add almonds, beans, cheese, and mint; toss. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, or let stand at room temperature up to 1 hour. Salad can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 1 day. Serve with Crostini.

FAVA BEAN, ASPARAGUS, AND ARUGULA SALAD WITH SHAVED PECORINO



Fava Bean, Asparagus, and Arugula Salad with Shaved Pecorino image

Categories     Salad     Bean     Vegetarian     Parmesan     Asparagus     Arugula     Fall     Boil     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 first-course or lunch main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb medium asparagus, trimmed
2 cups shelled fresh fava beans (2 1/2 lb in pods) or shelled edamame (fresh soybeans)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 lb arugula, coarse stems discarded
1 (1/2-lb) piece Pecorino Romano or Parmigiano-Reggiano
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Cut asparagus stalks on a long diagonal into 1/8-inch-thick slices, leaving 1-inch-long tips (reserve tips separately).
  • Blanch asparagus tips (but not sliced stalks) in a 4-quart pot of boiling salted water 2 minutes, then immediately transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking.
  • Return water to a boil and blanch fava beans 1 minute, then immediately transfer with slotted spoon to ice water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus tips and beans and gently peel skins from beans (it's not necessary to peel edamame, if using).
  • Toss beans and asparagus (blanched tips and raw sliced stalks) in a bowl with 1 tablespoon oil and salt and pepper to taste, then divide among 4 plates. Toss arugula with remaining tablespoon oil and salt and pepper to taste and mound on top of vegetables. Shave thin slices of cheese over salad with a vegetable peeler (use about half of piece), then drizzle with vinegar.

EASY FAVA BEAN SALAD



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Just tear off pieces of warm pita bread and scoop up this delicious Middle Eastern salad.

Provided by Marianne

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Bean Dip Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (14.5 ounce) can fava beans, drained and rinsed
½ onion, chopped
½ tomato, chopped
1 large lemon, juiced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Mash fava beans in a bowl using the back of a spoon or pestle. Add onion, tomato, lemon juice, parsley, olive oil, salt, and garlic; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.9 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 3043 mg, Sugar 4 g

FAVA BEAN SALAD



Fava Bean Salad image

Each of this dish's main ingredients is delicious when eaten all by itself. But together, accented by lemon, mint, and almonds, they make an especially memorable and satisfying salad.This recipe was featured on Martha Stewart Living Television.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup whole almonds
12 1/3-inch-thick slices French bread
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for toast
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 pounds fresh fava beans, shelled
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 ounces Parmesan cheese, cut into small chunks (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons finely shredded fresh mint
1 small head fennel, very thinly sliced, then coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread almonds on a small baking sheet. Bake until golden brown and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Let stand until cool. Very coarsely chop; set aside.
  • Heat broiler. Arrange bread on baking sheet. Brush lightly with oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil until just beginning to brown on the edges, about 1 minute per side. Remove from broiler; set aside.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add fava beans, and blanch for 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to ice bath until cool. Pop out of skin.
  • In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Add almonds, fava beans, cheese, and mint. Stir to combine. Taste, and adjust for seasoning.
  • Place a pile of fennel on each of four plates, top with one quarter of the fava-bean salad. Serve with 3 slices of toast.

Tips:

  • Soaking the Fava Beans: Soaking the fava beans overnight or for at least 8 hours helps to soften them and reduce their cooking time. This step is essential for ensuring that the beans are tender and flavorful in the final dish.
  • Blanching the Fava Beans: Blanching the fava beans in boiling water for a few minutes helps to remove their skins easily. This step is optional, but it makes the beans more visually appealing and easier to eat.
  • Using Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, and mint, add a burst of flavor and freshness to the salad. Use a variety of herbs to create a complex and well-rounded flavor profile.
  • Adding Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, or bell peppers. This will increase the nutritional value and add a variety of textures and flavors.
  • Dressing: The dressing for the salad is simple yet flavorful. Use a good quality olive oil and vinegar, and season with salt, pepper, and a touch of honey. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of cumin for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

This hearty fava bean salad is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at dinner. The combination of tender fava beans, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing creates a salad that is both satisfying and refreshing. With its vibrant colors and textures, this salad is sure to impress your guests. So, gather your ingredients and give this recipe a try today!

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