Low Fat Chickpea Fritters
Delightfully crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Low Fat Chickpea Fritters are a wholesome, plant-based treat perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Packed with fiber-rich chickpeas, fragrant cumin, smoky paprika, and fresh parsley, these fritters offer bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors while keeping things light. Crafted in just 25 minutes with a handful of pantry staples, they’re bound together with whole wheat flour and seared using minimal olive oil, making them a lower-fat alternative to traditional fritters. Serve them warm as a nutritious appetizer, pair them with a vibrant side salad, or dip them into your favorite sauce for a versatile dish that’s as satisfying as it is guilt-free. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prepping, these chickpea fritters are sure to become a staple in your kitchen! Keywords: low fat, chickpea fritters, healthy recipes, plant-based appetizers, Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Whole wheat flour
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas. Using a potato masher or fork, mash the chickpeas until mostly smooth with some small pieces left for texture.
Add the finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Sprinkle the whole wheat flour over the chickpea mixture and mix well to combine. The flour will help bind the mixture together.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal parts and shape each into a small patty, about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chickpea patties to the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to cook in batches.
Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
Remove the fritters from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Serve the low-fat chickpea fritters warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.5 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2416 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.9 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 1651 mg | 35% | |
*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.
