Chickpea Patties with Tomatillo Pico de Gallo

Hummus is a staple in my kitchen.  I like to prepare large batches and use it as a better-for-you spread on our sandwiches and wraps. Because I make so much of it, I always have extra cans of chickpeas in my pantry ready for the next recipe. This time, I decided to take those extra cans and prepare a chickpea patties for a quick school and office lunch.  Paired with tomatillo pico de gallo for my husband and a tasty tzatziki dipping sauce for my 8-year-old, I turn a couple of cans of chickpeas into the most popular afternoon snack.

With the Lenten season around the corner, these chickpea patties can easily become a meatless meal.  Easy to prepare and a breeze to pack, this becomes a convenient lunch that is quick to transport.  The tomatillo pico de gallo is completely optional.  It adds a spicy tang, and makes a great before-dinner appetizer at formal meals.

If you’ve never tried chickpea patties, then now is the time to try them.  The ingredients are easily available at your local grocery store or you might already have them in your pantry.

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