Nut-Free Vegetable Patties

These Nut-Free Vegetable Patties are a flavorful and allergy-friendly twist on the classic veggie patty, perfect for a wholesome snack, lunch, or light dinner! Packed with a medley of vibrant vegetables like potatoes, carrots, zucchini, sweet corn, and peas, these patties are held together with protein-rich chickpeas, nut-free breadcrumbs, and a hint of cumin and paprika for a warm, aromatic flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep time, they’re quick to make and can be pan-fried to golden perfection in under 15 minutes. Whether served as an appetizer, a sandwich filling, or a kid-friendly finger food, these patties are versatile, naturally vegetarian, and easy to adapt to a gluten-free diet. Simple yet satisfying, they're perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy, nut-free recipe that’s big on taste and texture!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 medium Potatoes
• 1 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 cup Canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 0.5 cup Corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 0.5 cup Green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour if needed)
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (nut-free, or gluten-free if needed)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Begin by peeling the potatoes and carrots. Boil them in a pot of water until soft, approximately 10-12 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.

Step 2

Grate the boiled carrots and zucchini into a large mixing bowl. Mash the boiled potatoes and add them to the same bowl.

Step 3

Roughly mash the chickpeas using a fork or potato masher, leaving some texture, and add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop the red onion, garlic, and cilantro. Add these to the bowl along with the corn and green peas.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly but gently so all the flavors combine.

Step 6

Add the flour and breadcrumbs to the mixture as binders. Stir until the mixture holds together when pressed. If it's too wet, sprinkle in more breadcrumbs a little at a time.

Step 7

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty roughly 3 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, cook the patties in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1254.9 grams (1254.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1532

Total Fat 40.00g	51%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3988mg	173%
Total Carbohydrate 256.60g	93%
Dietary Fiber 37.30g	133%
Total Sugars 45.10g
Protein 45.30g	91%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 338mg	26%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 4201mg	89%

*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: 23.0%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 65.5%