Whole30 Chickpea Fritters

Crispy, savory, and utterly satisfying, these Whole30 Chickpea Fritters are a healthy twist on a classic comfort food. Packed with plant-based protein from mashed chickpeas and seasoned with fragrant cumin, coriander, and fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, these fritters deliver bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Almond flour and eggs ensure the perfect texture, while a quick pan-fry in olive or avocado oil creates a beautifully golden crust. Ready in just 35 minutes, these gluten- and grain-free fritters are an ideal option for busy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Enjoy them as a standalone snack, pair them with a vibrant side salad, or serve with your favorite Whole30-approved dipping sauce for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Chickpeas (cooked and drained)
• 0.5 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 Eggs
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil or avocado oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked and drained chickpeas. Using a fork or potato masher, roughly mash the chickpeas, leaving some texture.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, baking soda, sea salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix to combine.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk the eggs then pour them into the chickpea mixture. Stir until everything is well incorporated.

Step 4

Add the almond flour to the mixture to help bind the ingredients together. Mix until the almond flour is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil or avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, scoop about 2 tablespoons of the chickpea mixture for each fritter and carefully place it into the skillet. Using a spatula, flatten each fritter slightly so it cooks evenly.

Step 7

Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fritters are golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining chickpea mixture, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 9

Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Serve warm with a side salad or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(855.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1698.5

Total Fat 100.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2638.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.5g
Protein 66.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 599.4mg	0%
Iron 22.9mg	0%
Potassium 2294.1mg	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: 51.5%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 33.5%