Chickpea meatballs are a delicious vegetarian side dish rich in protein. This recipe, originating from southern Italy, is a great way to creatively use canned chickpeas. The meatballs are flavorful and crispy on the outside, while remaining soft and tasty on the inside. They can be served as a side dish or as a light main course. Chickpea meatballs are perfect to accompany with fresh tomato sauce or to enjoy on their own. Chickpea meatballs are a specialty of the Sicilian region, where chickpeas have been cultivated for centuries. This traditional and healthy recipe has been passed down from generation to generation. The meatballs can be prepared in a few minutes and cooked in the oven or in a pan. Try this vegetarian variant of classic meatballs and enjoy a delicious and nutritious side dish!
Drain the chickpeas and pass them through a food mill
Add the egg, rosemary, salt, pepper, chopped garlic, and 6 tablespoons of breadcrumbs to the puree
Mix well and form oval and slightly flattened meatballs
Brown them in a pan with oil, then add a little broth, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes
Pan
Blender
Bowl
Italia, Sicilia
| Energy (kcal) | 134.64 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 19.81 |
| of which Sugars (g) | 1.96 |
| Fat (g) | 2.49 |
| of which Saturates (g) | 0.59 |
| Protein (g) | 6.47 |
| Fiber (g) | 6.03 |
| Sale (g) | 0.41 |
