Fava Beans (Broad Beans, Cooked) Nutrition Facts
Fava beans, also called broad beans, are large flat beans with a buttery texture and slightly sweet, earthy flavor. They're a Mediterranean staple used in dishes from ful medames to pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Health Benefits
- ✓Good plant-based protein with complete amino acid profile
- ✓Contains levodopa (L-dopa) precursor to dopamine
- ✓Rich in folate for brain and cardiovascular health
- ✓Good copper content for connective tissue
- ✓High fiber supports healthy digestion
Best For
Storage
Fresh fava beans in pods keep refrigerated for 1 week. Shelled beans last 2-3 days. Dried fava beans store in airtight containers for up to 1 year.
Serving Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
Do fava beans need to be double-shelled?
Fresh fava beans are usually double-shelled - removed from the outer pod, then blanched and the inner skin peeled off. This reveals the tender, bright green bean inside.
Who should avoid fava beans?
People with G6PD deficiency (favism) should avoid fava beans as they can cause hemolytic anemia. Those on MAO inhibitors should also avoid them due to tyramine content.
What do fava beans taste like?
Fava beans have a buttery, slightly sweet, and earthy flavor with a creamy texture. Young beans are sweeter; mature beans have a more robust, nutty taste.
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