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Ingredients
2 pounds fresh fava beans, shelled
8 ounces plain low-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon mustard powder
Pinch ground nutmeg
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh mint
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Kosher salt to taste
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)
44 grams carbs; 7 milligrams cholesterol; 242 calories; 1 gram monosaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 5 grams fat; 17 grams fiber; 669 milligrams sodium; 20 grams protein; 24 grams sugar
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add the fava beans and return to a boil. Lower heat slightly and simmer until tender, about 2 to 5 minutes. Drain and refresh under cold water; slip the skins off the beans.
- Step 2
Put the yogurt in a medium-size bowl and stir in the brown sugar, lemon juice, mustard powder, nutmeg, garlic, mint, pepper and salt. Stir in the beans. Divide among 4 plates and serve.
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Comments
I had high hopes for the combination of yogurt and fresh favas - but the flavors in the yogurt seem to work against each other and they overwhelm the beans. No idea how this was supposed to be eaten considering the amount of yogurt. At least the cooking method for the favas worked well.