Ingredients
For the Chickpea Patties
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 white onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for cooking)
- 1 egg
For the Lemon Garlic Aioli
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Lemon Garlic Aioli: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy, then refrigerate to let the flavors meld while you prepare the patties.
- Mash the Chickpeas: Using a food processor or potato masher, thoroughly mash the drained and rinsed chickpeas until mostly broken down, leaving a few chunks for texture.
- Mix Patty Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed chickpeas, breadcrumbs, diced white onion, cumin, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, and egg. Mix well with a spatula or your hands until the mixture is fully combined and holds together.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture and shape it into 4 to 6 patties, each about 2-3 inches wide, pressing them firmly so they don’t fall apart during cooking.
- Cook the Patties: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties in a single layer (in batches if needed) and cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until each patty is golden brown and crispy on the outside and heated through.
- Serve: Plate the chickpea patties and top each with a dollop of the lemon garlic aioli. Enjoy warm, perhaps with a crisp salad or pita bread on the side.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons water).
- Chill the patties for 15 minutes before cooking to help them hold together if your mixture is too soft.
- Feel free to add chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or cilantro to the mixture for extra flavor.
- Serve leftovers cold or reheat gently in a skillet; they’re great for lunchboxes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 patties with aioli)
- Calories: 387
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 53mg
