Mediterranean Chickpea Latkes

Transform your weeknight dinners with these Mediterranean Chickpea Latkes, a delightful fusion of crispy comfort and wholesome ingredients. Featuring mashed chickpeas infused with aromatic garlic, onion, parsley, and a medley of spices like cumin and coriander, these golden-brown patties bring bold, earthy flavors straight to your table. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy home cooks. Serve these savory latkes with a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt and a squeeze of fresh lemon for a bright, tangy finish. Packed with protein, plant-based goodness, and Mediterranean flair, these chickpea latkes are ideal as a main course, side dish, or party appetizer.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned chickpeas
• 1 small yellow onion
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (for topping, optional)
• 4 slices lemon wedges (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, garlic, and parsley, or use a food processor to pulse them until finely minced.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some small chunks for texture.

Step 4

Add the minced onion, garlic, and parsley to the mashed chickpeas. Mix to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Crack the egg into the chickpea mixture and mix thoroughly to create a cohesive batter.

Step 7

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat.

Step 8

Using a 1/4-cup measuring scoop, portion the batter into small patties (about 3 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick). Flatten gently with the back of a spoon.

Step 9

Carefully place the patties into the hot skillet, leaving space between them. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 10

Remove cooked latkes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 11

Repeat with the remaining batter, adding the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 12

Serve warm with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	850.1 grams (850.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1239

Total Fat 72.30g	93%
Saturated Fat 11.90g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.30g
Cholesterol 226mg	75%
Sodium 1712mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 109.10g	40%
Dietary Fiber 21.60g	77%
Total Sugars 19.90g
Protein 43.00g	86%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 458mg	35%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 1510mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.7%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 34.7%