Fava Beans with Red Onion and Mint (Fave con Cipolla Rossa e Menta )

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Fava Beans with Red Onion and Mint (Fave con Cipolla Rossa e Menta )
45 min.
6
117kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your side dish game with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, look no further than Fava Beans with Red Onion and Mint (Fave con Cipolla Rossa e Menta). This delightful dish showcases tender fava beans, a seasonal staple that brings a touch of spring to your plate. With their slightly sweet and earthy flavor, fava beans are the perfect base for the sharp, crisp notes of red onion and the refreshing burst of mint.

This recipe is not only vegetarian but also vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a fantastic addition to any meal—whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply indulging in a cozy weeknight dinner. The process is simple and straightforward, allowing you to whip up an impressive dish in just 45 minutes, with minimal fuss. With only a handful of ingredients, the dish lets the natural flavors shine, creating a colorful and healthy option that pairs wonderfully with other seasonal vegetables or proteins.

Ready to tantalize your taste buds? The combination of warm fava beans with sautéed red onions and fragrant mint provides a feast for the senses. Each bite is a celebration of simple yet bold flavors that will leave your guests asking for more. Whether served as a side or enjoyed on its own, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • cups avarakkai / broad beans fresh shelled peeled ()
  • 0.5 cup mint leaves generous roughly chopped
  • teaspoon olive oil divided
  • medium onions red chopped
  • servings sea salt fine

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook fava beans with 1 teaspoon oil in boiling unsalted water until tender, 6 to 8 minutes, then drain.
  2. Cook onions in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring, until just crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add beans and cook until just heated through, then season with sea salt and pepper. Toss in mint.
  4. Serve immediately.
  5. Fava beans can be shelled and peeled (but not cooked) 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories117kcal
Protein23.26%
Fat8.06%
Carbs68.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.17
Glycemic Load
7.78
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.4813043216%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.16mg
Hesperetin
0.38mg
Apigenin
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.48mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
7.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:116.68kcal
5.83%
Fat:1.08g
1.66%
Saturated Fat:0.17g
1.08%
Carbohydrates:20.69g
6.9%
Net Carbohydrates:15.17g
5.52%
Sugar:3.1g
3.45%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:200.68mg
8.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7g
14.01%
Folate:99.64µg
24.91%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.49%
Fiber:5.51g
22.05%
Copper:0.25mg
12.35%
Phosphorus:119.62mg
11.96%
Magnesium:43.22mg
10.81%
Potassium:302.72mg
8.65%
Iron:1.55mg
8.6%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.83%
Zinc:0.96mg
6.42%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.62%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.5%
Vitamin C:4.16mg
5.04%
Calcium:48.27mg
4.83%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.55%
Vitamin A:172.78IU
3.46%
Selenium:2.39µg
3.42%
Vitamin K:3.01µg
2.87%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.91%
Source:Epicurious