Mediterranean Chickpea Patties
Enjoy these nutrient-rich, flavorful Mediterranean chickpea patties as a healthy main dish or side, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
For the Patties
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed Make sure to drain and rinse well.
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs can be used for added crunch.
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying Use as needed for frying.
For the Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Add more or less garlic according to preference.
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork.
- Add breadcrumbs, parsley, onion, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into patties.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Making the Sauce
- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and salt.
Serving
- Serve the patties warm with a drizzle of the garlic yogurt sauce.
Notes
Store any leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Freeze patties before frying for longer storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1g