Description
If you’re craving a quick, flavorful dish that delights the palate, look no further than these Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce. These crispy, golden patties are infused with zesty lemon and aromatic dill, making them a delightful choice for busy weeknights or social gatherings. Packed with protein and vegetarian-friendly, they serve perfectly as an appetizer or main dish. The accompanying tangy yogurt sauce elevates the experience, making each bite a satisfying treat. Whether enjoyed fresh from the skillet or prepared ahead of time, these patties are sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz canned chickpeas (drained)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp 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 (for frying)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (minced)
Instructions
- Drain and pat dry the chickpeas. Mash them in a large bowl until coarse.
- Mix in cumin, black pepper, sea salt, green onions, 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 about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the sauce, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, garlic, and sea salt in a separate bowl.
- Serve warm with yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg