Mediterranean recipe

Classic Fava Bean Hummus with Lemon

Name: Classic Fava Bean Hummus with Lemon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups shelled fava beans (frozen or fresh, cooked to tender); 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving; 1 tablespoon tahini; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 1/8 teaspoon paprika (optional for color); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)

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.

Total time

45 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Serves

vegetarianmezzequickgluten-freeplant-based

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.

Nutrition

Estimated, per serving

calories: 210kcal
protein: 9g
carbs: 22g
fat: 9g

Community Ratings & Comments

No ratings yet. Be the first!

No comments yet. Be the first to leave one!

What’s next?

Generate another recipeTry a new craving or ingredientBrowse Community CookbookDiscover more recipes

See all recipes

American

55 min

Southern-Style Chicken Fried Flank with Pan Gravy

A Southern-era comfort dish featuring crispy flank steak fried to golden perfection, finished with a rich pan gravy. The flank is breaded, fried crisp, then topped with a silky gravy made from pan drippings, offering a savory, peppery finish with classic mashed potatoes on the side.

SouthernFried

Chinese

25 min

Ginger Garlic Daikon Stir-Fry

A quick, crisp-t joined stir-fry with bright ginger, pungent garlic, and crisp daikon radish.

vegetarianstir-fry

25 min

Lemon Herb Baked Salmon

Delicious and flavorful baked salmon with a zesty lemon herb marinade—perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.

SeafoodMain Course

Ingredients

Instructions