Sauteed Spinach and Fava Beans
Brighten up your table with this simple yet flavorful recipe for Sautéed Spinach and Fava Beans—a nutritious side dish that celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients. Tender fava beans are blanched and peeled to perfection, then lovingly tossed with garlic-scented sautéed spinach in a drizzle of olive oil. A splash of fresh lemon juice brings a zesty finish, while subtle hints of black pepper and salt enhance the natural flavors of the greens. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and healthy dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread for a light vegetarian meal. Packed with vitamins and bursting with vibrant green hues, it's a feast for both the eyes and the palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Fresh spinach
- 200 g Fresh fava beans (shelled)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Fill a medium-sized pot with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Add the shelled fava beans to the boiling water and blanch for 3-4 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
Once cool, gently peel the outer skins from the fava beans to reveal the tender inner beans. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet in batches, allowing it to wilt slightly before adding more. Stir gently to combine with the garlic.
Once all the spinach is wilted, add the peeled fava beans to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Drizzle with lemon juice and stir gently.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
565 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1643 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 620 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 723 mg | 15% | |
*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.
