Broad Beans with Mint and Garlic

Vibrant green broad beans with a slight bite. Olive oil coats the vegetables in a glossy sheen, while fresh mint provides a sharp, clean burst of flavor.

• Prep time: 15 min
• Cook time: 5 min
• Difficulty: Easy
• Calories: 268
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 16 g
• Fat: 15 g

Ingredients

• 500 g Fresh peeled fava bean ( fresh )
• 1 piece Mint fresh ( chopped bunch )
• 2 piece Garlic ( finely minced )
• 4 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 piece Citrus limon (L.) Burm. f. ( juiced )
• 1 pinch Fleur de sel
• 1 pinch Black pepper ground

Instructions

1. Blanching the beans

   Drop the beans into a pot of boiling salted water. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes: they should be tender but still firm at the center. Avoid overcooking to prevent a mealy texture.

2. Rapid cooling

   Drain and immediately plunge the beans into a bowl of ice water. This thermal shock sets the chlorophyll and preserves the intense green color.

3. Preparing the garnish

   Finely chop the mint leaves and garlic. The garlic should be almost pureed to distribute evenly without leaving large spicy chunks.

4. Season and emulsify

   In a mixing bowl, combine the beans, garlic, mint, olive oil, and lemon juice. Stir vigorously until the oil perfectly coats every bean.

Chef's tips

• If the beans are large, remove the second skin after blanching for a more refined texture.
• Prepare this dish 30 minutes before serving so the flavors infuse without the mint turning black.

Storage

Store in the refrigerator for a maximum of 24 hours. The acidity of the lemon will eventually cook the vegetables and dull their color.