Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce
If you’re hunting for a quick, nutritious meal that’s bursting with Mediterranean flavor, look no further than these Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce. These crispy, golden patties are not only packed with protein but also feature a refreshing zing from zesty lemon and fragrant herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish can be ready in just 20 minutes! Whether enjoyed as a snack, in a sandwich, or as an appetizer, these versatile chickpea patties are sure to impress everyone at the table. Don’t forget the tangy yogurt sauce—it’s the perfect finishing touch!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 patties 1x
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 12 oz canned chickpeas
- 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 sour cream)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (from 1/2 lemon)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, minced
Instructions
- Drain and pat dry the chickpeas. Mash them until coarse.
- Mix in cumin, black pepper, sea salt, green onions, garlic, flour, and egg until combined.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Shape the mixture into small patties and fry for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the yogurt sauce, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, garlic, and sea salt in a bowl.
- Serve warm patties with yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg