Fava Beans, Avocado and Tomatoes in Basil Sauce

Name: Fava Beans, Avocado and Tomatoes in Basil Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pods Fava beans; 1/2 Avocado; 6 Cherry tomatoes, medium sweet tomatoes, or other tomatoes; 1 pinch Salt and pepper; 1/2 tsp Lemon juice; 3 tsp Basil pesto; 1 Tabasco or mayonnaise (optional); 30 grams Basil; 1 clove Garlic; 1/4 tsp or more Salt; 60 ml Extra virgin olive oil; 30 grams Pine nuts, cashew nuts and walnuts; 20 grams Parmigiano Reggiano

Servings: persons

5 pods Fava beans
1/2 Avocado
6 Cherry tomatoes, medium sweet tomatoes, or other tomatoes
1 pinch Salt and pepper
1/2 tsp Lemon juice
3 tsp Basil pesto
1 Tabasco or mayonnaise (optional)
30 grams Basil
1 clove Garlic
1/4 tsp or more Salt
60 ml Extra virgin olive oil
30 grams Pine nuts, cashew nuts and walnuts
20 grams Parmigiano Reggiano

1
Make the basil pesto.
2
Put the basil and garlic in a food processor and process until combined.
3
Add the ingredients and process until it becomes a smooth sauce.
4
Cook the fava beans by boiling in a plenty of salted water, or by microwaving them.
5
* I'll explain how to microwave them in Steps 3-5.
6
Using your hands, make a small opening in middle of the seam of each of the fava beans.
7
*Be sure to do this, or the beans inside will explode in the microwave.
8
Line up the fava beans in a circle on the edge of the microwave turntable.
9
(See photo.)
10
Microwave for 2 minutes 30 seconds at 600 W. * Adjust the cooking time according to your microwave and the size of the beans.
11
Cut the avocado and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and put them in a bowl with the cooked fava beans.
12
You can peel the thin skins on the fava beans, or leave them on, according to your preference.
13
* This time I just peeled the bigger, harder beans.
14
Add salt, pepper and lemon juice to the bowl in Step 6 and lightly mix.
15
Add 2-3 teaspoons of the basil pesto made in Step 1, and it's done.
16
Add a bit of tabasco or mayonnaise, if you like.
17
Yellow cherry tomatoes make it even more colorful.
18
I recommend using good quality salt for the basil pesto.
19
Put the leftovers in a ziplock freezer bag and store in the freezer

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pods Fava beans, 1/2 Avocado, 6 Cherry tomatoes, medium sweet tomatoes, or other tomatoes, 1 pinch Salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Fava Beans, Avocado and Tomatoes in Basil Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!