Vegan Kefta

Vegan Kefta is a flavorful Moroccan dish made from spiced chickpeas and herbs, grilled to perfection for a smoky BBQ experience. Perfectly served with a refreshing salad or in pita bread, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 400 grams, drained and rinsed
• Red onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Breadcrumbs - 50 grams
• Skewers - 4 (soaked in water if wooden)

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some texture remaining.
2. Add the finely chopped red onion, parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, olive oil, and breadcrumbs to the mashed chickpeas.
3. Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. If the mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs until it holds together.
4. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion around a skewer to form a long, flat kefta.
5. Preheat a grill or BBQ to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the kefta are golden brown and heated through.
7. Remove from the grill and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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