Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

Why Make This Recipe

Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce are not only delicious but also healthy. They are packed with protein and flavor, making them perfect for a light meal or a tasty snack. These patties are easy to prepare and are a great way to incorporate more plant-based ingredients into your diet. Plus, the yogurt sauce adds a creamy and refreshing touch that complements the patties perfectly.

How to Make Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill or mint (optional)
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. In a bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky.
2. Add in breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into patties about 2 inches wide.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
6. For the yogurt sauce, combine yogurt, dill or mint, and salt in a bowl.
7. Serve the patties warm with the yogurt sauce on the side.

How to Serve Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

You can serve these tasty patties as a main dish or a side. They go well with a light salad, pita bread, or any flatbread. The yogurt sauce can be drizzled over the patties or served on the side for dipping.

How to Store Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

You can store leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. The yogurt sauce can also be stored in the fridge for about a week.

Tips to Make Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

• Make sure to drain and rinse the chickpeas well to remove excess sodium.
• Adjust the spices according to your taste. If you like it spicier, you can add red pepper flakes.
• If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs to achieve the right consistency.

Variation

For a twist on the original recipe, you can add grated carrots or zucchini to the chickpea mixture. For an even more Mediterranean flavor, try adding chopped olives or feta cheese.

FAQs

1. Can I bake the chickpea patties instead of frying them?
   Yes! You can bake them at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.

2. What can I use instead of chickpeas?
   You can use black beans or white beans as an alternative, but the flavor and texture will be slightly different.

3. Is this recipe gluten-free?
   Yes, if you use gluten-free breadcrumbs, these patties can easily be made gluten-free.

Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

Delicious and healthy chickpea patties served with a creamy yogurt sauce, perfect for a light meal or snack.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Main Course, Snack

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 4 servings

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

  

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For the Patties

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed Use canned chickpeas for convenience.
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Adjust amount if mixture is too wet.
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

For the Yogurt Sauce

• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill or mint (optional) Use fresh herbs for best flavor.
• Salt to taste

Instructions

 

Preparation

• In a bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky.
• Add in breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
• Shape the mixture into patties about 2 inches wide.

Cooking

• Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
• Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.

Yogurt Sauce Preparation

• Combine yogurt, dill or mint, and salt in a bowl.

Serving

• Serve the patties warm with the yogurt sauce on the side.

Notes

You can store leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. The yogurt sauce can also be stored in the fridge for about a week. For a twist, you can add grated carrots or zucchini to the chickpea mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1g

Keyword Chickpea Patties, Healthy Snack, Plant-Based, Vegan Recipe, Yogurt Sauce

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