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Fava (Yellow Split Pea Purée)

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Fava is a traditional Greek dish made from yellow split peas, simmered until soft and puréed into a creamy, flavorful spread or dip, typically served with olive oil, onions, and lemon.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow split peas
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for serving)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Thinly sliced red onion, for garnish
  • Capers, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the yellow split peas thoroughly under cold water.
  2. In a pot, combine the split peas, water, chopped onion, garlic, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer, skimming off any foam, for about 40–50 minutes or until the peas are very soft and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
  4. Remove the bay leaf and blend the mixture with an immersion blender or in a food processor until smooth.
  5. Stir in the olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Let the fava cool slightly, then transfer to a serving dish.
  7. Drizzle with more olive oil and garnish with red onion slices and capers, if using.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature with bread or pita.

Notes

  • Fava thickens as it cools—stir in a little water or olive oil to loosen if needed before serving.
  • Best served with crusty bread or warm pita.
  • Can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.

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Keywords: fava, yellow split pea, Greek appetizer, vegan dip, Mediterranean spread

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