Vegan Fava Dip (Yellow Split Pea Puree)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow Split Peas
• 1/2 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 3 cups Vegetable Broth
• 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Measure 1 cup of yellow split peas and place them in a fine-mesh sieve. Rinse the 1 cup of yellow split peas under cold running water until the water runs clear.
2. 2Combine the rinsed 1 cup of yellow split peas, 1/2 medium onion (chopped into roughly 1-inch pieces), and 2 cloves of garlic (peeled) in a large heavy-bottomed pot. Add 3 cups of vegetable broth to the pot.
3. 3Bring the contents of the pot to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 40-45 minutes. The yellow split peas are tender when they are easily mashed with a fork and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
4. 4Carefully transfer the cooked split pea mixture from the pot to a food processor or blender. Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to the food processor.
5. 5Process the mixture for 1-2 minutes, or until it is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed to ensure everything is incorporated.
6. 6Taste the dip and add more 1/2 teaspoon of salt or 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper if desired. Process again for 10 seconds to combine.
7. 7Serve the Vegan Fava Dip warm or at room temperature. You can drizzle with a little extra 2 tablespoons of olive oil before serving.

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