Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties in Minutes

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties are packed with flavor and ready in minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them crispy is to pat them dry and use a hot pan. The crispy exterior gives way to a fresh, zesty interior that’s perfect for a quick, healthy appetizer or meal. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Roasted Chickpeas and Savor the Comfort of Vietnamese Chicken Curry at Home.

What You'll Need for Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties in Minutes

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

• 1 can chickpeas
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Optional: Lemon wedges
• Optional: Tzatziki sauce
• Optional: Chopped fresh parsley

How to Make Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties in Minutes

1. Prepare chickpeas: Drain and rinse canned chickpeas. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
2. Combine ingredients: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, breadcrumbs, feta, parsley, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and juice. Pulse until combined but still chunky.
3. Form patties: Form mixture into 8 equal patties, about 1/4 cup each. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Cook patties: Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties in Minutes

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Cook as directed.

Freezing Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties in Minutes

Freeze uncooked patties for up to 1 month. Thaw before cooking.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
• Best substitution: Substitute feta with crumbled goat cheese or omit for a dairy-free version.
• Make-ahead: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Cook as directed.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
• Troubleshooting: If patties are falling apart, add more breadcrumbs or pulse the mixture a bit more in the food processor.

Crispy Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea Patties in Minutes

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

10 mins

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Total

20 mins

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Serves

8 patties

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Seasonings

• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Optional Toppings

• Lemon wedges
• Tzatziki sauce
• Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Prepare chickpeas: Drain and rinse canned chickpeas. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
2. Combine ingredients: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, breadcrumbs, feta, parsley, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and juice. Pulse until combined but still chunky.
3. Form patties: Form mixture into 8 equal patties, about 1/4 cup each. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Cook patties: Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
• Best substitution: Substitute feta with crumbled goat cheese or omit for a dairy-free version.
• Make-ahead: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Cook as directed.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
• Troubleshooting: If patties are falling apart, add more breadcrumbs or pulse the mixture a bit more in the food processor.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze uncooked patties for up to 1 month. Thaw before cooking.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: Form patties up to 24 hours ahead. Cook as directed.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 5g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 1g
• Sodium: 300mg
• Cholesterol: 5mg
• 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 in Minutes 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!