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The WW Greek Keftedes are comforting and delicious. This dish contains 8 grams of fiber and 285 calories per serving. Takes 25 minutes to prepare this meal. We made these keftedes with olive oil, chickpeas, onion, cloves, parsley, mint, breadcrumbs, lemon juice, oregano, salt, all-purpose flour, and black pepper. Pair this recipe with grilled eggplant, brown rice, hummus, quinoa, bulgur, roasted zucchini, vegan tzatziki, or garlic yogurt sauce. Store these WW Greek Keftedes for four days in the refrigerator.

STATS:

  • Total time: 25 minutes
  • Course: Main
  • Serving size: 4 small keftedes
  • Cooking time: 10 minutes
  • Serving: 4
  • Calories: 285 kcal
  • Diet: Vegan
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: Greek

EQUIPMENT:

  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spoon
  • Nonstick frying pan
  • Plate
  • Paper towels
  • Measuring cups

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Half tsp dried oregano
  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • Quarter cup chopped parsley
  • 2 tbsp chopped mint
  • Half cup chopped onion
  • Quarter cup vegan breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Half tsp salt
  • 2–3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • Quarter tsp black pepper

INGREDIENT NOTES:

OLIVE OIL:

  • It cooks the ingredients well and gives a crispy outside layer. Olive oil keeps the mixture from getting dry. You may use olive oil spray as another choice.

CHICKPEAS:

  • They give body and fiber to the recipe. We use them instead of meat to keep the recipe vegan. You may use cannellini beans as a substitute.

VEGAN BREADCRUMBS:

  • These breadcrumbs hold the chickpea mixture together and absorb the moisture well. They make the keftedes easy to shape into small balls. You may use regular breadcrumbs as another option.

LEMON JUICE:

  • It gives acidity and maintains the richness of olive oil. Lemon works well with parsley, mint, garlic, and oregano as well. Utilize apple cider vinegar as an alternative instead.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, rinse the drained chickpeas properly and dry them well.
  2. Include the chickpeas in the food processor and pulse several times to mash them.
  3. Add the mashed chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, oregano, black pepper, and mint to the large bowl.
  4. Mix all the ingredients properly and add one tbsp flour at a time if the mixture feels wet.
  5. Cool the mixture for 5 minutes and divide it into small portions.
  6. Shape those portions into small balls, then flatten them slightly so they cook well.
  7. Warm the frying pan on medium flame and add 2 tbsp olive oil to it.
  8. Cook the keftedes in the pan for 4 minutes on the first side, then second side for 4 minutes.
  9. Lastly, add the keftedes to a plate and serve warm.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Greek Salad
  • Simple Green Salad
  • Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Lemon Herb Salad

VEGETABLE SIDES:

  • Roasted Zucchini
  • Grilled Eggplant
  • Roasted Bell Peppers
  • Steamed Green Beans
  • Lemon Roasted Cauliflower

DIPS AND SAUCES:

  • Tzatziki
  • Vegan Tzatziki
  • Lemon Yogurt Dip
  • Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • Hummus

GRAIN AND BREAD SIDES:

  • Brown Rice
  • Quinoa
  • Whole-Wheat Pita
  • Whole-Grain Flatbread
  • Bulgur

MEAL:

  • Greek Keftedes with Salad
  • Keftedes Grain Bowl
  • Mediterranean Keftedes Wrap
  • Keftedes Pita Plate
  • Keftedes with Roasted Vegetables

TIPS:

  • Avoid processing the chickpeas too much to have some chunky texture in the recipe.
  • Drain the chickpeas properly to remove extra moisture so the keftedes get a better shape.
  • Cook the meal on medium flame to get firm keftedes and a crispy outside.
  • Include flour gradually so the dish does not become dry or heavy.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Store these keftedes for 4 days in the container.

FREEZER:

  • You may freeze this keftedes in the vessel for 90 days.

FAQs:

Can I make these keftedes without using a food processor?

  • Yes, you may mash the chickpeas with a fork and leave some whole for better texture.

Do baking these keftedes give good results?

  • Yes, you may put them on the lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F.

What is best to serve with this recipe?

  • You may pair these keftedes with lemon yogWW Greek Keftedes are a comforting dish featuring 285 kcal, made in 25 minutes, & paired with grilled eggplant, brown rice, and hummus.urt sauce, vegan tzatziki, or hummus.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 285 kcal

Net carbs: 30 g

Iron: 3.2 mg

Total carbs: 38 g

Vitamin A: 1,150 IU

Fiber: 8 g

Calcium: 70 mg

Protein: 10 g

Sodium: 500 mg

Potassium: 390 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 5 Points