Fava Bean and Cabbage Salad
Bright, fresh, and packed with goodness, this Fava Bean and Cabbage Salad is a vibrant celebration of seasonal ingredients. Tender, earthy fava beans pair perfectly with crisp shredded green cabbage, sweet grated carrot, and the herbal freshness of parsley, creating a light yet satisfying medley of textures and flavors. A zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties it all together, adding a delicious tang and hint of sweetness. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this salad is perfect as a healthy side dish or a refreshing light main course. Bursting with nutrients and refreshing flavors, this salad is ideal for spring and summer gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fava beans, shelled and blanched
- 3 cups Green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 large Carrot, grated
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Start by blanching the fava beans: Bring a pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and cook shelled fava beans for 3-5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, remove the outer skin of each bean and set aside.
Prepare the vegetables: Finely shred the green cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer. Grate the carrot using a box grater or food processor. Chop the fresh parsley.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched and peeled fava beans, shredded cabbage, grated carrot, and chopped parsley.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
969 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.6 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1452 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.8 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.1 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2596 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
