How to Make Vegan Fava Bean Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to healthy, plant-based meals, the options are endless. One dish that stands out for its simplicity, flavor, and nutritional value is the Vegan Fava Bean Salad. This dish is not only delicious and refreshing, but it is also packed with protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients, making it a perfect option for anyone looking to maintain a well-balanced diet.

Fava beans, also known as broad beans, are a type of legume that is commonly used in Mediterranean and Middle Ea...

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Ingredients

  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 small sweet onion, diced
  • 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans fava beans, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Whisk the lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, and olive oil together in a bowl to make the dressing.
  • Toss the cucumber, onion, tomatoes, and fava beans together in a large bowl; pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss to coat. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
  • Nutrition

    384 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 416mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 64mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 235mg