Vegetarian Bifteki

Elevate your meat-free menu with these irresistible Vegetarian Bifteki—an inspired twist on the classic Greek favorite. Crafted with protein-packed chickpeas, aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, these golden, pan-fried patties deliver bold Mediterranean flavors in every bite. Fresh parsley and a hint of garlic enhance the flavor profile while breadcrumbs and a single egg bring everything together beautifully. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vegetarian recipe is perfect as a main course or a flavorful appetizer, served alongside a vibrant Greek salad or warm pita bread. Easy to make and utterly satisfying, these Vegetarian Bifteki are a delicious way to enjoy plant-based Greek cuisine at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Canned chickpeas
• 1 medium Red onion
• 3 whole Garlic cloves
• 20 grams Fresh parsley
• 100 grams Feta cheese
• 60 grams Breadcrumbs
• 1 whole Egg
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas well under running water and then place them in a food processor.

Step 2

Peel and roughly chop the red onion and garlic cloves. Add them to the food processor with the chickpeas.

Step 3

Wash and chop the fresh parsley. Add it to the food processor along with the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Pulse the mixture in the food processor until it reaches a coarse consistency. Avoid over-processing to maintain some texture.

Step 5

Transfer the chickpea mixture to a large mixing bowl. Crumble the feta cheese and add it to the mixture.

Step 6

Add the breadcrumbs and crack the egg into the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.

Step 7

Using your hands, shape the mixture into oval patties, about the size of your palm. You should be able to make about 8 bifteki.

Step 8

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the patties in a single layer (work in batches if necessary).

Step 9

Cook the bifteki for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove the bifteki from the skillet and let them rest on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.

Step 11

Serve the vegetarian bifteki warm, accompanied by a Greek salad or a side of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(805.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1282.2

Total Fat 66.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 285mg	0%
Sodium 4573.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 48.9g	0%

Vitamin D 64IU	0%
Calcium 784.4mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 1292.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.7%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 39.4%