Best Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is great for many reasons. First, it is healthy and packed with protein from chickpeas. Second, it is quick and simple to make, perfect for busy nights. Third, the flavors of lemon and herbs make it fresh and tasty. Plus, the yogurt sauce adds a creamy touch that everyone loves!

How to Make Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

Making these patties is simple and fun. You will mash chickpeas and mix them with fresh herbs and spices. Then, you’ll form them into patties and fry them until golden brown. Finally, whip up a quick yogurt sauce to serve with them!

Ingredients

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

Directions

In a bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork until mostly smooth. Add breadcrumbs, parsley, red onion, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until combined. Form mixture into patties. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. For the yogurt sauce, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and dill or mint in a small bowl. Serve the chickpea patties warm with the yogurt sauce on the side.

How to Serve Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

You can serve these patties in many ways. Try them on a fresh salad for a complete meal. You can also place them in pita bread with some veggies. They are delicious as an appetizer or snack too!

How to Store Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

Store leftover patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them in a frying pan over low heat until heated through. The yogurt sauce can be kept in the fridge for about a week.

Tips to Make Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce

• Make sure to rinse the chickpeas well to remove any canning liquid.
• Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
• If the mixture is too wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs to help it hold together.
• Keep an eye on the heat while frying to avoid burning the patties.

Variations

• Try adding spices like paprika or chili flakes for more heat.
• Substitute the chickpeas with black beans for a different taste.
• Add some grated carrot or zucchini for extra nutrients.

FAQs

• Can I bake these patties instead of frying them? Yes! You can bake them at 400°F for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
• Can I make these patties ahead of time? Absolutely! You can make them a day before and store them in the fridge.
• What can I use instead of yogurt for the sauce? You can use any kind of dairy-free yogurt or even tahini for a different flavor.

Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties

Quick and healthy chickpea patties flavored with lemon and fresh herbs, served with a creamy yogurt sauce.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 23 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the patties

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed Make sure to rinse well to remove any canning liquid.
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Add more if mixture is too wet.
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying Heat oil over medium heat.

For the yogurt sauce

• 1 cup plain yogurt Can substitute with dairy-free yogurt.
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill or mint, chopped

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork until mostly smooth.
2. Add breadcrumbs, parsley, red onion, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until combined.
3. Form mixture into patties.

Cooking

1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
2. Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Yogurt Sauce

1. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and dill or mint.

Notes

Store leftover patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can serve these patties on a salad or in pita bread with veggies.