CHICKPEA GARLIC "MEAT"BALLS RECIPE BY TASTY

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Chickpea Garlic

Here's what you need: water, small onion, garlic, chickpeas, whole wheat breadcrumbs, fresh parsley, dried oregano, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, egg

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

water, or cooking oil
1 small onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
15.5 oz chickpeas, 1 can, rinsed and drained
½ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a skillet over medium heat, add cooking oil or water and onions. Cook until onions are translucent, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the garlic and stir until fragrant. Transfer to a blender or food processor.
  • To the food processor, add the chickpeas, breadcrumbs, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and egg. Pulse until a dough forms.
  • Use your hands to form 1-inch (2-cm) balls from the chickpea mixture. Place in rows on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden, flipping halfway.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 9 grams

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