Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties You’ll Love

Crispy Mediterranean lemon chickpea patties are a healthier, better-than-takeout option that you’ll absolutely love. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them crispy and full of flavor. The golden, crispy exterior gives way to a fresh, cozy interior. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Broccoli Chickpea Curry for Quick Vegan Nights and Delicious Chickpea Spinach Curry Ready in Just 30 Minutes.

What You'll Need for Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties You'll Love

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Optional: Lemon wedges
• Optional: Tzatziki sauce
• Optional: Tomato slices
• Optional: Red onion slices
• Optional: Fresh parsley or dill

How to Make Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties You'll Love

1. Prepare chickpeas: Rinse and drain canned chickpeas. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, garlic, red onion, lemon zest, lemon juice, egg, cumin, paprika, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Pulse until combined but still chunky.
2. Add breadcrumbs and herbs: Transfer chickpea mixture to a bowl. Stir in breadcrumbs, parsley, and dill. Form into 8 patties.
3. Cook patties: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy. Serve with desired toppings.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties You'll Love

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to cook.

Freezing Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties You'll Love

Freeze uncooked patties for up to 2 months. Thaw before cooking.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat patties in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat patties in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy version, add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper to the chickpea mixture.
• Best substitution: Substitute canned chickpeas with cooked quinoa or cooked lentils for a different texture.
• Make-ahead: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
• Troubleshooting: If your patties are falling apart, add more breadcrumbs or refrigerate them for 30 minutes before cooking.

Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties You'll Love

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Prep

15 min

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Cook

10 min

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Total

25 min

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Serves

8 patties

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Diet

Gluten-free option

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Seasonings

• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Optional Toppings

• Lemon wedges
• Tzatziki sauce
• Tomato slices
• Red onion slices
• Fresh parsley or dill

Instructions

1. Prepare chickpeas: Rinse and drain canned chickpeas. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, garlic, red onion, lemon zest, lemon juice, egg, cumin, paprika, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Pulse until combined but still chunky.
2. Add breadcrumbs and herbs: Transfer chickpea mixture to a bowl. Stir in breadcrumbs, parsley, and dill. Form into 8 patties.
3. Cook patties: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy. Serve with desired toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy version, add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper to the chickpea mixture.
• Best substitution: Substitute canned chickpeas with cooked quinoa or cooked lentils for a different texture.
• Make-ahead: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
• Troubleshooting: If your patties are falling apart, add more breadcrumbs or refrigerate them for 30 minutes before cooking.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze uncooked patties for up to 2 months. Thaw before cooking.
• Oven reheat: Reheat patties in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat patties in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.
• Make ahead: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to cook.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 7g
• Fat: 5g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 350mg
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sat. Fat: 1g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties You'll Love and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!