Fava Bean and Avocado Dip
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Serves: 4-6
 
This fava bean and avocado dip is healthy, versatile and incredibly easy to make.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup (160g) fava beans
  • 1½ ripe avocados
  • 2 tablespoons light cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ¾ lime, juiced
  • ½ green chili pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
  • 1 pinch paprika
  • 1 pinch garlic powder (o ¼ of a fresh clove, finely chopped)
  • 1 pinch salt
Instructions
  1. Bring a small pot of water to boil and blanch the fava beans until they begin to rise to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Using a blender or immersion mixer, combine all ingredients together in the order listed above, tasting and adjusting the seasoning to how you see fit. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, crackers or toasted crusty bread, or conserve in the refrigerator covered tightly with plastic wrap or in a airtight container for up to 2-3 days.
Recipe by Italicana Kitchen at https://italicanakitchen.com/fava-bean-avocado-dip/