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Fava Bean Dip / Bissara / Fava Bean and Mint Dip

A delicious and healthy dip made from fava beans and fresh mint, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Dried fava beans soaked overnight
  • 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • ¼ cup Olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Drain and rinse the soaked fava beans.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, cover the fava beans with water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 20 minutes or until tender.
  3. 3. Drain the beans and transfer to a blender.
  4. 4. Add mint leaves, garlic, ground cumin, and olive oil to the blender. Blend until smooth.
  5. 5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Dip, Fava Bean, Mint
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