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Braised Whole-Pod Fava Beans with Dill

Fava beans are a culinary highlight of spring, but double-shelling them takes time. Very young favas, though, can be eaten pod and all. Prep and Cook Time: 45 minutes.

Braised Whole-pod Fava Beans with Dill




Photo: Leigh Beisch; Styling: Merilee Bordin
 1/3 cup olive oil
 1 sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
 1 1/2 pounds fava bean pods, ends trimmed and strings removed
 3/4 teaspoon salt
 1 tablespoon sugar
 1/4 cup chopped dill, plus 1 tbsp. for garnish
  Plain whole-milk or Greek-style yogurt
Step 1
1

Put oil and onion in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add favas, salt, sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes.

Step 2
2

Add 1/4 cup dill, cover, and cook until fava pods are tender and starting to fall apart, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp. dill and serve warm or at room temperature, with yogurt on the side.

Step 3
3

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving, without yogurt.

Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 222Calories from Fat 53
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g20%

Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 322mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Protein 9.2g19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.