Classic Fava Bean Hummus with Lemon
A bright, North African–Mediterranean inspired hummus using creamy fava beans, kissed with lemon and garlic. The texture is velvety with a subtle bean sweetness and a zippy finish, perfect for a casual plate with pita and veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)Ingredients(scaled)
- ½ 1/2 cups shelled fava beans (frozen or fresh, cooked to tender)
- 1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- ½ tablespoon tahini
- 1 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ small garlic clove, minced
- ½ 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- ½ 1/8 teaspoon paprika (optional for color)
- 1 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine fava beans, olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down as needed.
- If the mixture is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons water or more olive oil until you reach a light, scoopable texture. Taste and adjust salt or lemon as desired.
- Transfer to a shallow bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil, and sprinkle paprika and parsley on top for color and aroma. Serve with warm pita, veggies, or crackers.
Chef’s Pro Tips
- For ultra-smooth hummus, peel fava beans before blending.
- A quick bloom: warm olive oil with a pinch of cumin before adding to the blender.
- Finish with a splash of lemon juice just before serving for brightness.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with warm pita, cucumber sticks, cherry tomatoes, and olive oil for dipping; add a side of roasted chickpeas for texture variety.
Storage Instructions
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Bring to room temp before serving for best texture.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 210 |
|---|---|
| protein | 9 |
| carbs | 22 |
| fat | 9 |
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