Mini Chickpea Patties

 

For the veggie-friendly guests at your Superbowl do, here's a bite-sized treat that's easy to make.

Mini Chickpea Patties

1 (15 oz) can chickpeas (aka garbanzo beans)
2 medium carrots, shredded (approx 1 cup)
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 tsp Italian dressing mix (packet, dry mix)
1 egg

In a medium-size bowl, coarsely mash the chickpeas with a potato masher/pastry blender/fork.

Add in the rest of the ingredients and mix well until it all molds together.

 

Using a generous teaspoon, form mixture into patties (makes 2 dozen).

Bake on a lightly greased (or parchment covered) cookie sheet for 8-10 minutes at 375 degrees.  Flip patties over and bake an additional 8-10 minutes or until patties are lightly browned on both sides.

Remove and allow to cool for a minute or two before serving.

To make a dipping sauce, blend together plain yogurt and Italian dressing mix.

NOTES

Another variation to try, substitute 1/2 tsp curry powder for the Italian dressing mix.