Description
If you crave a quick and flavorful dish that embodies the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean, look no further than these Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce. These golden, crispy patties are not just packed with protein from chickpeas but also infused with zesty lemon and fresh herbs that dance on your palate. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these delightful chickpea fritters are loved by adults and children alike. Pair them with a tangy yogurt sauce for a refreshing complement, making these patties an ideal snack, appetizer, or main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz canned chickpeas (drained)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 green onions, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grapeseed oil (or other neutral oil, for frying)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or plant-based alternative)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (from 1/2 lemon)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, minced
Instructions
- Drain and mash the chickpeas in a bowl until coarse.
- Mix in cumin, black pepper, sea salt, green onions, minced garlic, flour, and egg until well combined.
- Heat grapeseed oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Shape the mixture into patties and fry for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the yogurt sauce, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced dill, garlic, and sea salt in a bowl; chill before serving.
- Serve warm with the yogurt sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg