Spinach Chickpea Fritters with Zesty Sauce
Enjoy crispy spinach and chickpea fritters that are gluten-free and dairy-free! These flavorful bites are packed with protein and nutrients, making them a perfect snack or appetizer. Serve them with a zesty dipping sauce for an irresistible treat that will please everyone, whether they're vegan or not.
ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for frying)
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped Dipping Sauce:
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 cup water (adjust for consistency)
- Salt, to taste
steps
- 1.
In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until chunky.
- 2.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- 3.
Add chopped spinach, and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 4.
Combine the chickpeas, wilted spinach mixture, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, almond flour, lemon juice, and parsley in the bowl. Mix until well combined.
- 5.
Shape the mixture into small patties or fritters.
- 6.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and carefully add the fritters. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 7.
For the dipping sauce, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and water in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 8.
Serve the crispy fritters hot with the zesty dipping sauce on the side.