Description
Learn how to make Traditional Greek Fava, a rustic Mediterranean yellow split pea dip served with onions, olives, and olive oil. This healthy vegan, gluten-free Greek recipe is rich in plant-based protein, fiber, and authentic flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups split yellow peas, dried
- 5-6 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 10 kalamata olives
- 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed, drained
Instructions
- Combine split yellow peas, 5 cups of water, garlic, ¾ of the chopped onion, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, salt, and pepper in a medium pot, cover, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 40 – 45 minutes (may take longer, depending on size of the split peas), stirring occasionally, until peas are very soft and mushy. Add additional water as needed to replace moisture lost to cooking. Should make a very thick, stew-like consistency.
- Remove from heat and mash with a potato masher until fairly smooth (I like to leave a few chunks!). May add additional liquid in order to make a thick, creamy texture that is not too runny yet not too dry.
- Heap on a platter and top with remaining chopped onion, olives, capers, and olive oil. May serve with toasted whole grain bread, if desired.
- Makes 10 servings (about 3/4 cup per serving)
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Mixture thickens significantly upon refrigeration, so thin with additional water before heating up in the microwave or stovetop.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 111 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 10 g