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A delightful and easy dish made with chickpeas and quinoa, perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas You can use canned chickpeas for convenience.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa Quinoa should be fluffy and not overcooked.
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • as needed Olive oil for frying

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked chickpeas, chopped onion, minced garlic, cooked quinoa, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mash the ingredients together until well mixed.
  3. Add breadcrumbs to the mixture and stir until it holds together.
  4. Form the mixture into small patties.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

Notes

Serve warm with a side salad or yogurt sauce. To store leftovers, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.