Fava (Broad) Bean Salad with Mint

(Serves 8)

Ingredients Salad

• 750 grams shelled young fava (broad) beans (fresh or frozen)
• 1 small head of lettuce, finely shredded
• handful mint leaves, finely shredded
• 250 grams thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into thin strips

Ingredients Dressing

• 4 tablespoons walnut oil
• 1-2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Method

Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil.

Add the broad beans and cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes if fresh or 3-4 minutes if frozen. Drain and refresh under cold water. If the skins around the beans are tough, remove them.

Transfer the beans to a large salad bowl. Add the prosciutto, the lettuce and the mint.Combine all the dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk until well blended. Season to taste.

Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until the lettuce is evenly coated.

Place in a serving bowl and serve at room temperature.