Low Carb Fool Bel Laban (Fava Beans with Yogurt)

Transform your mealtime with this vibrant, protein-packed Low Carb Fool Bel Laban (Fava Beans with Yogurt) recipe! A twist on a classic Middle Eastern dish, this keto-friendly version swaps heavy ingredients for a lighter, yet equally satisfying combination of creamy Greek yogurt, tender fava beans, and aromatic garlic. Highlighted with zesty lemon juice, fresh parsley, and mint, this recipe bursts with flavor while staying low in carbs. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a standalone meal, it comes together in just 25 minutes and can be served warm or chilled. Ideal for busy weeknights or your next Mediterranean-inspired feast, this dish is as versatile as it is nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned fava beans
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp sea salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp fresh mint

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned fava beans thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the saucepan. Saute for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Add the drained fava beans to the saucepan and stir to combine with the garlic.

Step 5

Heat the fava beans for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until warmed through.

Step 6

Season the beans with ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat evenly with the seasonings.

Step 7

In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 8

Chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves. Reserve a small amount for garnish and add the rest to the yogurt mixture.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the beans cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Fold the warm fava beans into the yogurt mixture until fully coated.

Step 11

Transfer the mixture to a serving dish.

Step 12

Garnish with the reserved chopped herbs and an additional drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Step 13

Serve immediately, or refrigerate and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(746.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	825.6

Total Fat 34.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 24.5mg	0%
Sodium 2400.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 12.5g
Protein 49.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 503.7mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1567.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 39.3%