Description
Greek Fava is a traditional Greek appetizer made from creamy yellow split pea purée, seasoned with aromatic olive oil, herbs, and tangy lemon. This vegan dish is perfect for spreading on pita or crusty bread.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup yellow split peas, rinsed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cups water
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Capers and chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Sauté Onion: In a medium pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Cook Peas: Add the yellow split peas, water, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30-40 minutes until peas are tender.
- Purée Mixture: Remove bay leaf. Use an immersion blender or food processor to purée the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with red onion, capers, parsley. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Greek fava is traditionally served warm or at room temperature with pita or crusty bread.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
