Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce
If you’re in search of a quick and healthy meal that bursts with flavor, look no further than the Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce. These crispy, golden patties are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile, perfect for serving as a snack, appetizer, or even a filling for a burger on busy weeknights. The bright lemon flavor paired with earthy chickpeas creates a delightful taste experience, while the tangy dill yogurt sauce adds a refreshing twist that elevates each bite. Whether you’re cooking for vegetarians or meat lovers, these patties are sure to be a hit at your table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 6 patties 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 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 sour cream)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (from 1/2 lemon)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Drain and mash the chickpeas in a bowl until coarse.
- Stir in cumin, black pepper, sea salt, minced green onions, garlic, flour, and an egg until well combined.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Shape about three tablespoons of mixture into patties and fry for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the yogurt sauce, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced dill, garlic, and sea salt in a bowl until smooth.
- Serve warm with the yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (60g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg