Ultimate Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Sauce
These flavorful chickpea patties combine earthy flavors with tangy lemon, perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and served with a creamy yogurt sauce.
Ingredients
For the patties
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- to taste salt and pepper
For the yogurt sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice for yogurt sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth.
- Add the breadcrumbs, parsley, red onion, garlic, cumin, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine the ingredients uniformly.
- Form the chickpea mixture into small, round patties, about 1 inch thick.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot, but not smoking.
- Carefully place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crisp.
- While the patties cook, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt with dill and lemon juice in a separate bowl.
- Once cooked, remove the patties from the pan and let them drain on a paper towel. Serve warm with the yogurt sauce.
Notes
For the best dining experience, serve these chickpea patties alongside a refreshing Mediterranean salad or pair them with roasted vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on low heat in a skillet or toaster oven.