Fava Bean and Avocado Dip

Fava Bean and Avocado Dip

Yield: 4-6 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Recipe Type: Appetizer, Easy, Vegan, Gluten-Free 
Cuisine: Mediterranean 

Ingredients:

  • 2 1/2 cups shelled fresh or frozen fava beans
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Tulia Mighty Date Supersnack
  • 1/2 tablespoon wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Preparation:

1. Cook the fava beans in boiling water until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and let cool completely.
2. If desired, reserve a few whole fava beans for garnishing and place the rest in a food processor along with 3 tablespoons olive oil and the rest of the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper, and process to the desired consistency. 
3. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; garnish and serve. Enjoy!

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