CHICKPEA FRITTERS WITH ZUCCHINI AND FETA

Chickpea Fritters with Zucchini and Feta image

Savor a rich blend of flavors today when you whip together our recipe for Chickpea Fritters with Zucchini and Feta.

Provided by My Food and Family

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Time 45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

1 can (15 oz.) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed
1/3 cup plus 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, divided
1/2 cup flour
1 egg
1 fresh jalapeño pepper, chopped
1 clove garlic
1 cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
2/3 cup crumbled reduced fat feta cheese
1 cup plain low-fat Greek-style yogurt
1 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumbers
1 tsp. lemon zest
1 Tbsp. olive oil

Steps:

Process chickpeas, 1/3 cup cilantro, flour, egg, peppers and garlic in food processor until smooth. Transfer to medium bowl. Stir in zucchini and cheese.
Shape into 12 (2-inch) patties, using about 2-1/2 Tbsp. chickpea mixture for each. Place in single layer on baking sheet. Refrigerate 15 min.
Meanwhile, chop remaining cilantro; mix with yogurt, cucumbers and lemon zest until blended. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add patties to skillet in batches; flatten slightly. Cook 3 min. on each side or until heated through.
Serve fritters with the yogurt mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g