Vegetarian Kefta
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and satisfying Vegetarian Kefta recipe! Packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, these chickpea-based patties are infused with fresh cilantro, parsley, and a bold blend of spices including cumin, paprika, and allspice. A touch of lemon juice adds brightness, while breadcrumbs ensure the perfect texture for shaping into golden-brown perfection on the skillet. Ready in just 30 minutes, these vegetarian kefta patties are a protein-rich, meat-free alternative to their traditional lamb counterpart, making them perfect for veggie lovers. Serve them warm with a creamy dollop of Greek yogurt for a tangy contrast, or pair with pita and a fresh salad for a delightful meal. Perfect for quick dinners, lunches, or meal prep, this dish is sure to become a regular in your rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1 small onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon allspice
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup bread crumbs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt, for serving
Instructions
Place the drained chickpeas, cilantro leaves, parsley leaves, onion, and garlic cloves in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is coarsely ground.
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, allspice, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the mixture in the food processor. Pulse again to combine.
Transfer the chickpea mixture to a mixing bowl and stir in the bread crumbs and lemon juice. Mix well until the mixture holds together.
Shape the mixture into 12 equal-sized oval patties.
Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add some of the patties, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and warmed through. You may need to add more oil as necessary.
Place the cooked kefta on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil. Repeat until all patties are cooked.
Serve the vegetarian kefta warm with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 3746 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 55.8 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 744 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 2839 mg | 60% | |
*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.
