Carrot Pancakes with Salted Yogurt

Crispy, savory pancakes made with grated carrots and chickpea flour, served with tangy salted yogurt and a fresh spicy greens salad. A delicious vegetarian main dish that's both nutritious and satisfying.

4 servings
25 min

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs, beaten to blend
  • 1 pound carrots (about 8 medium), peeled, coarsely grated
  • cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup chickpea flour
  • to taste Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 cup plain whole yogurt
  • 1 cup spicy greens
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • to taste Flaky sea salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Mix eggs, carrots, cilantro, and chickpea flour in a large bowl (mixture will be loose); season with kosher salt and pepper.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high heat. Scoop two 1/2-cupfuls of carrot mixture into skillet, pressing each to 1/2" thickness. Cook, rotating skillet occasionally for even browning, until pancakes are golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Repeat to make 2 more pancakes, adding more oil to skillet if needed.

    15 min

  3. 3.

    Meanwhile, season yogurt with kosher salt and pepper. Toss greens with lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon oil; season with kosher salt and pepper.

    3 min

  4. 4.

    Serve carrot pancakes with salad and salted yogurt, seasoned with sea salt and more pepper.

    2 min