Dinner Tonight: Fava Bean, Asparagus, and Green Bean Salad

Dinner Tonight: Fava Bean, Asparagus, and Green Bean Salad
Dinner Tonight: Fava Bean, Asparagus, and Green Bean Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 2% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One serving contains 169 calories, 0g of protein, and 18g of fat. This recipe serves 4. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. Head to the store and pick up lengths of asparagus, salt, olive oil, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, and whole 30 diet.

Instructions

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Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Peel open the fava bean pods and remove the beans. Blanch for 2 minutes in boiling water, then remove and cool quickly. Split open the pods to reveal the bright green beans inside.
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In the meantime, combine all the dressing ingredients in a small jar and shake until emulsified (or whisk well in a bowl, adding the oil last in a slow stream).
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Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook for a minute or so. Follow with the asparagus for an additional minute, then add the fava beans. Cook until softened but not limp, then drain and plunge everything into an ice bath.
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Toss gently with the dressing to coat and serve.

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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score4
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