Snack

Fava (Greek Split Pea DIp) is for Snack.

Fava (Greek Split Pea DIp) takes 10 minutes to prepare.

Fava (Greek Split Pea DIp) takes 60 minutes to cook.

Fava (Greek Split Pea DIp) makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Fava (Greek Split Pea DIp) are:

175g (6oz) yellow split peas
1 cup of onion,chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled (whole)
Salt and black pepper
1 tbsp virgin olive oil
1 large spring onion/scallion, sliced
1 level tbsp dried or fresh oregano
Drizzle of olive oil and sliced spring onion, to garnish
dash of lemon juice or vinegar (optional)
Warm pitta or flat bread to serve

Here is how you make Fava (Greek Split Pea DIp):

1.Soak split peas overnight in plenty of water.2. Rinse the split peas and place them in a saucepan with the onion and garlic. 3. Cover with water and bring to the boil, then simmer for about 60 mins or until they are soft .4. Drain the peas and onion and mash or puree in a blender. Add oil and a dash of vinegar or lemon juice. If the mixture is very thick, then add a little boiling water. 5. Stir in the oregano and seasoning to taste6. Chill until ready to serve unless serving warm If it has thickened during chilling, stir in a little more boiling water. Stir just before serving and drizzle over a little olive oil and garnish with sliced spring onions and serve with warm pitta or flat bread.Serves: 4-6 Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user NGALAX.

The nutritional information for Fava (Greek Split Pea DIp) is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 190.3

• Total Fat: 4.6 g
• Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
• Sodium: 464.5 mg
• Total Carbs: 32.2 g
• Dietary Fiber: 7.4 g
• Protein: 7.6 g

The dietary needs meet for Fava (Greek Split Pea DIp) is Vegetarian