Easy-to-make chickpea patties that contain only 76 calories per patty! A perfect meal for after a workout or for lunch.
Who among us hasn't encountered cans of chickpeas at the supermarket and had no idea what to do with them?
It's true, chickpeas are an excellent source of protein, vitamin B, and folic acid. They are low in fat and rich in dietary fiber (which helps with feeling full for a long time). It's also fun to dip hummus at hummus restaurants and incorporate these golden nuggets into dishes like couscous, for example, but you can also make them the main course and a significant player at the dinner table.
I made these patties quite by accident when I wanted to prepare something delicious from a can that had been sitting in my cupboard for a few weeks. I initially thought of making falafel (the ultimate chickpea patty), but I wanted to make a more elegant patty, one that could be served for a festive meal.
These patties have a delicate and delightful lemon flavor; they are soft and melt-in-your-mouth. You can serve them in a pita with salads and tahini for a perfect bite.
I opened the can after making sure it stated on the packaging that it did not contain bisphenol A-BPA (a toxic substance released from tin cans).
Noam Bachar, nutritionist and fitness instructor, adds the nutritional values:
Each patty contains: 76 calories, 9.5 grams carbohydrates, 3.5 grams protein, 1.5 grams dietary fiber, 23 mg calcium, 1 mg iron.
Healthy Chickpea Patties You Won't Stop Snacking On
Ingredients
- 300 grams chickpeas cooked (canned also works)
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves crushed garlic
- 4 tablespoons whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 cup chopped parsley
- 3 tablespoons raw tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to medium heat (180 degrees Celsius)
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Dice the onion into small cubes
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In a food processor, finely grind the chickpeas and transfer to a bowl
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Add the remaining ingredients and spices to the bowl and mix well
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Using your hands, form ping-pong ball-sized patties
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Bake for about 20-25 minutes until the patties are golden brown
