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Easy Greek Chickpea Patties

These delightful Greek chickpea patties are bursting with fresh herbs, lemon, and a hint of feta. They're quick to prepare and cook, making them a perfect vegetarian weeknight meal or a flavorful appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 patties
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 2 cans Chickpeas 15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest from 1/2 a lemon
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/4 cup Feta Cheese crumbled (optional, but recommended)
  • 1/4 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 Large Egg lightly beaten
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil plus extra for cooking
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground, or to taste

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Air Fryer
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups

Method
 

Prepare the Chickpea Mixture
  1. Place the drained and rinsed chickpeas into a food processor. Pulse a few times until the chickpeas are mostly broken down but still have some texture; avoid over-processing into a smooth paste. Transfer the pulsed chickpeas to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the finely minced red onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh dill, lemon zest, dried oregano, ground cumin, crumbled feta cheese (if using), panko breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, lightly beaten egg, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the chickpeas.
  3. Mix everything together thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until well combined. The mixture should be firm enough to form into patties.
Form and Cook the Patties
  1. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and then gently flatten it into a patty, about 1-inch thick and 2.5-3 inches in diameter.
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly brush or spray both sides of each chickpea patty with olive oil.
  3. Place the patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd it (cook in batches if necessary). Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the patties are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  4. Serve the Easy Greek Chickpea Patties warm.

Notes

These patties are incredibly versatile! Serve them with a dollop of tzatziki, nestled in warm pita bread with fresh tomatoes and cucumber, or alongside a simple Greek salad. They can also be pan-fried: heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. For baking, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), brush patties with oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.