Charred Lemon Brothy Beans with Avocado Scallion Salsa - Wholesome Fiber-Rich Comfort Food - ioanaco

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried small white beans
• 1 yellow onion, halved
• 1 bulb garlic, halved crosswise
• 1 lemon, halved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 sprigs rosemary
• 4 sprigs thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 8 cups filtered water, plus more as needed
• 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon white miso paste (optional)
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 small serrano pepper or jalapeño, minced
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• Pinch of kosher salt