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Dill fava bean purée Calories

A meze made with fava beans, dill and typically olive oil, providing fiber and plant protein.

CALORIES · 100 G

139kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

270mg

FIBER · 100 G

5.6g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Dill fava bean purée (150 g) has 209 calories. That works out to 139 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.3 g of carbs, 7.8 g of protein, 9.3 g of fat and 8.4 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Dill fava bean purée Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g

209

KCAL / 150G

Carbs

24.3g

· 9% DV

Protein

7.8g

· 16% DV

Fat

9.3g

· 12% DV

Fiber

8.4g

· 30% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 15% · Fat 39%

Dill fava bean purée nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories209 kcal
Total fat9.3 g12%
Saturated fat1.27 g6%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium375 mg16%
Total carbohydrate24.3 g9%
Fiber8.4 g30%
Protein7.8 g16%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Dill fava bean purée?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)150 g209 kcal
1 tablespoon (medium)18 g25 kcal
1 ounce (medium)28.4 g39 kcal
2 tablespoon (medium)36 g50 kcal
100 g100 g139 kcal
1 serving (small)100 g139 kcal
½ cup (small)110 g153 kcal
1 serving (large)200 g278 kcal
1 cup (medium)220 g306 kcal

Calculated from 139 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dill fava bean purée

What is dill fava bean purée?

Dill fava bean purée is a chilled Turkish meze made by cooking dried fava beans until soft, then blending them with olive oil and dill. It is often allowed to set before serving, sometimes sliced and finished with lemon or more olive oil.

How do you make dill fava bean purée?

Cook dried fava beans until they break down easily, then blend or mash them with olive oil and seasoning. Stir in chopped dill, spread the mixture in a dish, and chill it until firm enough to serve.

Is dill fava bean purée made with dried or fresh fava beans?

Traditional dill fava bean purée is usually made with dried, split fava beans, which cook down into a smooth, sliceable mixture. Fresh fava beans can be used for a different-style purée, but its flavor and texture will not be quite the same.

How should you serve dill fava bean purée?

Serve dill fava bean purée chilled, with a drizzle of olive oil and a little lemon or fresh dill. It works as part of a meze spread with bread, olives, and other small dishes, or alongside a fish meal.

Why is my dill fava bean purée runny?

Dill fava bean purée is often runny because the beans were cooked with too much liquid or the mixture was not reduced enough. Simmer it until thick before chilling; cooling helps it set, but cannot fully correct a very watery purée.

Can you make dill fava bean purée without a blender?

Yes, you can make dill fava bean purée with a potato masher or by pressing the fully cooked beans through a sieve. The result may be less silky, so cook the beans until very soft and mash them while still warm.

Can dill fava bean purée be frozen?

Yes, dill fava bean purée can be frozen in an airtight container, though thawing may make it slightly watery or grainy. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir it well before serving; fresh dill can be added afterward for a brighter flavor.

How long does dill fava bean purée keep in the refrigerator?

Dill fava bean purée keeps for a few days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Covering it also prevents the surface from drying out and keeps it from absorbing other food odors.

What is the difference between dill fava bean purée and hummus?

Dill fava bean purée is made from fava beans and is commonly chilled until it can be served in slices. Hummus is made from chickpeas and typically gets its characteristic flavor from tahini, lemon, and garlic.

Is dill fava bean purée a healthy choice?

Yes, dill fava bean purée provides plant protein and fiber from the fava beans. It can fit well into a meal as a meze; the amount of olive oil and the foods served alongside it affect the overall balance.

Dill fava bean purée Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Folate

90µg · 23% DV

Vitamin K

22.5µg · 19% DV

B1

0.22mg · 18% DV

Vitamin E

1.8mg · 12% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.3mg · 33% DV

Manganese

0.6mg · 26% DV

Phosphorus

135mg · 19% DV

Sodium

375mg · 16% DV

Potassium ⭐

405mg · 12% DV

Dill fava bean purée Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

8.6
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Dill fava bean purée

To burn the 209 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):

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52min

Walking (5 km/h)

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21min

Running (8 km/h)

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28min

Cycling

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24min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Dill fava bean purée?

Dill fava bean purée is a Turkish meze, especially associated with Aegean cooking. It is usually made by simmering dried fava beans until tender, then mashing or blending them with olive oil and dill. Once chilled, it firms up enough to serve in slices or spoon onto a plate.

Its smooth, creamy texture and earthy bean flavour are lifted by the fresh, herbal taste of dill. In Turkey it is commonly served as part of a spread of cold meze, often with lemon and bread; it also works alongside grilled vegetables or fish. It provides plant protein and fibre, with 5.6 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter serving, go easy on the oil added at the table.

How Nutritious Is Dill fava bean purée?

Nutrient density

Medium

58/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

High

62/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Dill fava bean purée Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Dill fava bean purée Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Dill fava bean purée Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Dill fava bean purée Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.27g

MONOUNSATURATED

6.6g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.98g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 10.4:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (10.4:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.