Easy Spinach Chickpea Cakes

Easy Spinach Chickpea Cakes

These easy spinach chickpea cakes are super delicious! This is a healthy chickpea recipe that is great for lunch, dinner or snack!

Ingredients

  • canned chickpeas

    rinsed and drained

    2 c
  • basil
  • parsley
  • spinach
    1 c
  • egg*
    1
  • carrot

    grated

    1
  • onion

    chopped

    ½
  • garlic cloves

    minced

    2
  • salt or to taste
    ⅓ tsp
  • paprika
    1 tbsp
  • cumin
    1 tsp
  • black pepper
    1 tsp
  • oil for frying

Directions

  1. 1

    Mash chickpeas in a bowl and chop all other vegetables and small. Add all ingredients to the bowl, except the oil and mix until combined.

  2. 2

    Form patties and fry in a non-stick pan on both sides at medium-high until golden-brown.

  3. 3

    Take out and serve with a salad and hummus or this garlicky avocado sauce.

Easy Spinach Chickpea Cakes

Easy Spinach Chickpea Cakes

20 min65 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a healthy, satisfying meal that's bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to make? These Easy Spinach Chickpea Cakes are your new go-to, delivering deliciousness and nutrition in every bite.

What makes these chickpea cakes truly stand out is their thoughtful blend of simple, wholesome ingredients. The combination of fresh spinach, aromatic basil, and parsley, alongside the warmth of paprika and cumin, creates a remarkably flavorful and nutritious patty that comes together quickly. It’s a smart way to enjoy the goodness of chickpeas and vegetables without compromising on taste.

Expect a wonderfully savory and satisfying experience. These cakes are packed with the goodness of chickpeas and spinach, with the subtle sweetness of grated carrot and sautéed onion, and a vibrant lift from fresh herbs and spices. Each bite is tender on the inside, offering a balanced and delicious taste, all for just 65 calories per serving. They're designed to be a healthy option that doesn't feel like a compromise.

Feel free to adjust the spice level to your preference; consider adding a pinch of chili flakes for some heat or experimenting with different dried herbs to match your palate. While basil and parsley are called for, feel free to swap in other fresh herbs like cilantro or dill for a fresh twist. For added texture and nutrients, you could also finely grate other vegetables such as zucchini into the mixture if you like. Don't have fresh onion? A teaspoon of onion powder can work in a pinch.

These versatile chickpea cakes are excellent as a healthy lunch, a quick dinner option, or even a flavorful snack. They pair beautifully with a crisp green salad, tucked into a warm pita, or served as a veggie burger on a bun.

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