Fava Bean and Roasted Onion Salad

Ingredients

• Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Honey (1 teaspoon)
• Dijon mustard (1 teaspoon)
• Lemon juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons, divided)
• Red onion (1 medium, thinly sliced)
• Fava beans (2 cups, shelled)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. On a baking sheet, arrange the sliced red onion evenly and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Roast the onions in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are caramelized and golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
4. While the onions are roasting, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shelled fava beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they are tender. Drain the beans and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
5. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well combined to create the vinaigrette.
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked fava beans, roasted onions, and chopped parsley.
7. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
8. Serve the Fava Bean and Roasted Onion Salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy the beautiful medley of flavors!