Fava Bean, Quinoa Salad, Cilantro Lime Dressing

BCBSOK Connect Team — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:43:48 GMT

Current Revision posted to Recipe book by BCBSOK Connect Team on 1/26/2026 11:43:48 PM

Ingredients: Makes 12 Servings

2 1/2 cups Quinoa, cooked
2 1/2 cups Fava Beans, shelled
1/4 cup Lime Juice, fresh
2 TBSP Olive Oil
1/2 cup Cilantro, chopped
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Directions:

Prepare quinoa according to package directions then chill and set aside.
Steam or blanch fava beans until tender, about 2 minutes and then chill. If using frozen fava beans, defrost and hold cold.
In serving bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, salt, and pepper until combined. Then add in quinoa and fava beans, stirring until combined.

Serving size:
1/2 cup

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 110, Total Fat: 3g, Sat Fat: 0g, Sodium: 100mg, Carbs: 17g, Protein: 5g, Sugar: 0g, Fiber: 3g

Recipe Source:
Recipe provided by FLIK Hospitality Group

Tags: High blood pressure - Sodium Conscious, Salad and Salad Dressings, Latin American, Heart Disease - Heart Conscious, Vegetarian, General Healthy - Health Conscious, Diabetes/prediabetes - Carb Conscious, Recipe Book, Side Dishes