Fava Bean Hummus

Ingredients

Fresh fava beans

2 cups, shelled and peeled

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Tahini

1/4 cup

Lemon juice

2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed

Olive oil

3 tablespoons, plus more for drizzling

Cumin

1 teaspoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Paprika

1/2 teaspoon, plus more for garnish

Fresh parsley

1/4 cup, chopped for garnish

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the shelled fava beans and blanch for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Gently squeeze each fava bean to remove the outer skin. Discard the skins and place the beans in a food processor.
3. Add minced garlic, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and paprika to the food processor.
4. Process the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. If the hummus is too thick, you can add a little water or more olive oil to achieve your desired consistency.
5. Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning as needed.
6. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle a little olive oil on top and garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of paprika.
7. Serve with warm pita bread, fresh vegetables, or your favorite crackers.