Fava comes from the plant falafel, which has been cultivated by humans for hundreds of years. It is a legume with a light and sweet taste and is closely associated with Greece, summer, and periods of fasting.

This dish is primarily found as an appetizer but can also stand as a main course, like all legumes. It is rich in proteins, minerals, and trace elements.

It can star in both traditional and more gourmet dishes.