Gut Friendly Cilantro-Lime Roasted Broad Beans
Roasted until deeply golden and tossed with bright lime and fresh cilantro, these crunchy broad beans are the kind of snack that disappears fast. Fava beans are a fantastic source of plant-based protein and fiber, making them a genuinely nourishing choice for anyone focused on supporting digestive health. The spice blend — cumin, smoked paprika, a whisper of cayenne — gives each bean a warm, smoky kick without anything processed or gut-disrupting hiding in the mix. The real trick here is getting the beans as dry as possible before they hit the oven, which is what transforms them from soft and starchy into satisfyingly crisp little bites. A hit of lime juice straight out of the oven and a handful of chopped cilantro finish everything off with a fresh, zesty punch that balances the earthiness of the beans beautifully. Serve them as a snack, scatter them over a salad for crunch, or just eat them straight from the bowl — no judgment.
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4 servings
- 2 cans (15 oz each) broad beans (fava beans), drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¾ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Spread the drained broad beans on a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels and pat thoroughly dry — the drier the beans, the crispier they will roast.
- 2
Transfer the dried beans to a large mixing bowl. Add the olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne (if using), and toss until every bean is evenly coated.
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