Broad Bean Recipe with Olive Oil

Broad beans are one of the staple vegetables of Anatolian cuisine. Dishes made with fresh broad beans during spring and summer are particularly indispensable on Aegean tables. Broad beans cooked in olive oil, which was among the "cold olive oil dishes" in Ottoman cuisine, are still a beloved part of meals today due to their lightness and nutritional value.

Ingredients (for 4-6 people)

• 1 kg fresh broad beans (shelled)
  

• 1 dry onion (finely chopped)
  

• Half a teacup of Delice Farm House extra virgin olive oil
  

• 1 teaspoon of flour
  

• 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar
  

• Juice of half a lemon
  

• 1.5 cups of hot water
  

• Salt
  

• For topping: dill
  
  

How to do it?

1. To prevent the shelled broad beans from darkening, soak them in lemon water.
   

2. Sauté the onions in olive oil.
   

3. Place the broad beans in a saucepan, then sprinkle with flour, sugar, and salt.
   

4. Add lemon juice and hot water.
   

5. Cook the fava beans over low heat until they are tender.
   

6. Once it has cooled to room temperature, sprinkle with dill and serve.
   
   

Benefits

• Broad beans, with their high fiber content, support the digestive system and provide a feeling of fullness for a long time.
  

• Thanks to its plant-based protein content, it plays an important role in a healthy diet.
  

• Rich in iron, magnesium, and potassium, it provides energy and strengthens the immune system.
  

• When lightly cooked, it offers a low-calorie, healthy meal alternative.

• It is rich in fiber, which helps support digestion.
  

• It is a source of plant-based protein and increases the feeling of fullness.
  

• When combined with olive oil, it becomes a meal that supports the immune system.
  
  

Table Setting Suggestions

• You can add a light balance to your meal by serving broad beans with olive oil alongside yogurt and dill .
  

• Served with rice pilaf and tzatziki, it creates a satisfying and balanced meal.
  

• You can serve it in small portions at dinner parties as a light appetizer alternative .
  
  

• Drizzling with olive oil and sprinkling with fresh dill enhances both the visual appeal and the flavor of the dish when serving .

Broad beans are an indispensable part of spring and summer meals in Anatolian cuisine . Traditionally, they are prepared both as an appetizer and a main dish. Especially in the Aegean and Mediterranean regions, they symbolize sharing and abundance at family tables . The version prepared with olive oil is a cultural reflection of healthy living and light eating.

For Delice Farm House, broad beans in olive oil are more than just a dish; they symbolize seasonal naturalness and meticulously prepared meals. Vegetables carefully harvested from the field meet traditional recipes and find their place on modern tables. With this touch, broad beans become not just a flavor, but the embodiment of naturalness, health, and a culture of sharing on the table.