Greek Fava Dip With Roasted Tomatoes and Onions
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Greek Fava Dip With Roasted Tomatoes and Onions
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This delicious Greek fava dip is made with yellow split peas and topped with roasted tomatoes, caramelized onions, and lots of lemon juice.
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Ingredients
For the fava dip
- 1 cup yellow split peas 250 grams
- 1 onion cut in half
- 1 medium carrot cleaned
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- sea salt
- dried oregano
- freshly ground black pepper
For the roasted tomatoes
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes about 250 grams
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons wine vinegar
- sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper
For the onions
- 3 Red Onions sliced
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- sea salt
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Instructions
- Put the yellow split peas in a strainer and rinse them well with cold water.
- Place peas into a stockpot, add 3.5 cups / 850 ml of water and place on high heat for about 5 minutes, until the liquids start to boil.
- Lower heat and skim the fava beans with a slotted spoon for about 5 - 10 minutes, until the foam stops.
- Add the carrot and onion, cover the pot with the lid and simmer for 50-60 minutes, until the peas are mushy and all the water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat. Discard the carrot and onion. Add salt and pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice and mix with a wooden spoon until peas are mashed and creamy. You can use a food processor or hand blender for a smoother, creamier texture.
Make the tomatoes and onions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C
- In a bowl, mix 250 gr. cherry tomatoes, with two teaspoons brown sugar, three cloves of garlic, two tablespoons wine vinegar, one teaspoon dried oregano, sea salt, and freshly ground pepper. Pour into a baking pan and spread them in a single layer. Bake for about 30 to 40 minutes until they are soft. Remove from the oven and discard the garlic.
- Cut three onions into thin slices.Place a medium frying pan on low to medium heat. Add onions, sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and 40 ml of olive oil and saute, often stirring, for about 30 minutes, until soft and caramelized.
- Pour the fava on a serving plate, place the roasted cherry tomatoes and caramelized onions on top, and serve.
Notes
- The best yellow split peas for fava are from the Cycladic Islands in the South Aegean sea. You can find Santorini yellow split peas on Amazon or greek grocers in your area. However, they are pricey and not easy to come across, even in Greece. I recommend using the best quality you can find that fits your budget. Indian cuisine uses yellow split peas (split pigeon peas. ) for dal and other recipes. In Greece, we also use regular green split peas to make green fava.
- Enjoy fava warm or at room temperature with grilled fish and seafood, tomato salad, pita bread, crispy fried potatoes, and chickpea fritters.
- Nutritional Info – Please remember the nutritional information provided is only an estimate and can vary based on the products used.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
424kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
31g
(10%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
31g
(48%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
22g
Sodium
19mg
(1%)
Potassium
530mg
(15%)
Fiber
10g
(40%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1876IU
(38%)
Vitamin C
13mg
(14%)
Calcium
52mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 424 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 424kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Sodium | 19mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 530mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1876IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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