These Mixed Beans and Aubergine (Eggplant) Patties are a delightful fusion of flavours and textures, perfect for a nutritious meal or a tasty snack. Made with a mix of chickpeas, red beans, and mung beans, these patties are packed with protein and fiber.
The addition of finely chopped onion, garlic, and shredded cabbage enhances the flavour profile, while dried thyme adds a subtle herbal note. The star of the dish, aubergine (or eggplant), is fried to perfection before being combined with the beans, giving the patties a rich, savoury taste.
A touch of potato starch helps bind the ingredients together, and a few optional mint leaves add a refreshing hint.
Baked to a golden brown, these patties are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They can be enjoyed warm or cold, making them versatile for any occasion.
Perfect for veggie lovers and anyone looking to add more plant-based dishes to their diet, these eggplant and beans patties are sure to become a favourite.
Yesterday was a chilled day at home, we brunched on the leftover pizza and then I decided to make these bean patties for dinner. I also wanted a fresh but filling salad to go with the patties and a Green Bean, Zucchini, Avocado and Couscous Salad stroke my fancy!
Mixed Beans and Aubergine (Eggplant) Patties
These Mixed Beans and Aubergine (Eggplant) Patties are a delightful fusion of flavours and textures, perfect for a nutritious meal or a tasty snack. Made with a mix of chickpeas, red beans, and mung beans, these patties are packed with protein and fiber.
Ingredients
- 3 cups mixed boiled beans (chickpeas, red beans, and mung beans)
- 1 aubergine (eggplant)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- A handful of shredded and chopped cabbage
- Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon potato starch
- A few mint leaves, finely chopped (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Oil for shallow frying and coating
Instructions
Prepare the Eggplant:
- Slice the aubergine into thick circles.
- Soak the slices in salted water, then rinse thoroughly.
- Heat 4-5 tablespoons of oil in a frying pan.
- Fry the aubergine slices, turning occasionally until they are well cooked.
- Remove from the oil and drain on absorbent paper.
- Mash or chop the fried aubergine.
Prepare the Patties:
- Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
- Lightly mash the mixed beans in a large bowl.
- Add the mashed aubergine, chopped onion, garlic, cabbage, dried thyme, potato starch, mint leaves (if using), and salt to the beans. Mix well and adjust the salt to taste.
- Take a portion of the mixture (about the size of a ping pong ball) and shape it into a ball.
- Flatten the ball into a patty, ensuring the edges are smooth to avoid cracks.
- Place the patties on a greased baking sheet or tray.
Bake the Patties:
- Brush or spray the patties with oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, turning them over after 20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Alternatively, you can shallow fry the patties until crispy and golden on each side.
Serve the eggplant and beans patties warm or cold. Enjoy!
Green beans, Zucchini, Avocado and Couscous Salad
I blogged about my bean slicer before. I took some photos this time so you can see it in action if you’ve never used one. You can buy it from here (in the US) or here (in the UK) if you fancy or check your local store (although they might not be easily available everywhere).
Green Bean, Zucchini and Avocado Couscous Salad
This vibrant Green Bean, Zucchini, and Avocado Couscous Salad features crisp green beans marinated in a tangy lime and brown sugar mixture, paired with thinly sliced zucchini and creamy avocado. Tossed with fluffy couscous and lightly seasoned, this refreshing salad is a perfect blend of fresh flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 10-12 green beans, chopped into 2.5 cm (1 inch) pieces
- ½ courgette (zucchini), thinly sliced
- ½ avocado, sliced
- ½ cup couscous, soaked in ½ cup water (or according to packet directions), cooled completely
- Juice of ½ lime
- 1 teaspoon soft brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Green Beans:
- In a bowl, soak the chopped green beans in a mixture of lime juice, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt for about 30 minutes.
Assemble the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the soaked couscous, sliced courgette, and avocado.
- Add the green beans along with the soaking mixture to the bowl as seasoning.
- Sprinkle with pepper and additional salt if needed.
Mix and Serve:
- Toss all ingredients together until well combined.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Images on this post have been updated. Below are the original older images, left in for reference.
Wow, those sound fabulous! I’m kind of ashamed to admit this though…but what is an aubergine? I’ve never heard of one before haha
Oh, I should have mentioned it in the post i think, I’ll do it afterward, aubergine is eggplant. I think you’d be more familiar with this name. In the UK it’s called aubergine and although I used to call it eggplant before (when I was in Australia), for some reason I got used to calling it aubergine now!
This sounds so good!!
Mm! These look fabulous! I must try! And that salad! So different! 🙂 YUMMY!
I adore the aubergine patty concept – never thought about it before! Will give it a try this week for sure.
Happy New Year!
Oooh, that looks delicious – so healthy and fresh! Just what you need after the excesses of Christmas!
Happy New Year!
Gina: Thanks, they were indeed very good!
Lauren: I had myself never made salad with raw green beans before and I liked it. I will make it again! It’s great for some leftover beans!
Vegancowgirl: The aubergine in it gave it a quite different taste and kept it somewhat moist. Sometimes the oven patties can be dry but I liked these ones.
DJ: Yes, I need to get those Christmas cakes and cookies out of my system. But just eating something raw is so energising too!
Yum, those patties look great! And I love raw green beans
sounds delicious, i will try them. thank you for the recipe. Happy New Year!
Theresa, it’s the first time I’m eating raw green beans and will sure have it again!
Elizabeth, I’m glad you’ll try it. 🙂
What a nifty gadget! I don’t believe I’ve ever seen one, or maybe I did and didn’t realize what it was.
I love the chunky style patties.
Oh those bean patties look and sound incredible!
These have got to be the most delicious looking bean patties I’ve ever seen! Thank you for the awesome recipes!
your bean & eggplant patties look & sound sooooooo wonderful, Lovlie! we’re gonna have to give them a try! thanks so much for the recipe! mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!
i’m gonna have to look into getting a bean slicer – that looks too cool!
This salad definitely jumps off the screen…colourful & flavourful. Patties look great! And I love raw green beans. I love ouscous especially toasted. It’s like the grown-up, savory version of tapioca. That salad looks nice and tasty and healthy! Your picture med me hungry.
I can’t wait to try it.