Fava Bean Breakfast Spread

A deliciously seasoned fava bean, onion, and tomato dip recipe! Traditionally served with pita bread for breakfast in Egypt.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 101 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 large tomato, diced
• 1 (15 ounce) can fava beans
• ground red pepper, to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour the beans into a pot and bring to a boil. Mix them well and add onion, tomato, olive oil, cumin, parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper. Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium. Let the mixture cook 5 minutes. Serve warm with grilled pita.