Chickpea Flour Omelet with Veggies

Hi there! Jenny here, ready to share a delightful and nutritious recipe: Chickpea Flour Omelet with Veggies. This dish is a perfect breakfast or brunch option that’s not only delicious but also packed with protein and fiber. It’s a great way to start your day with a burst of energy and flavor.

I enjoy making this omelet on lazy Sunday mornings when the whole family is home. The savory taste of chickpea flour combined with fresh veggies makes it a hit with everyone. Plus, it’s entirely vegan, so it’s a fantastic choice for those looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into their diet.

Number of servings: 2
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes

Cuisine: Vegan

Ingredients

• 1 cup chickpea flour (also known as gram flour)
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black salt (kala namak) or regular salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
• 1/2 cup chopped spinach
• 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment/Utensils

• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Non-stick skillet or frying pan
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons

Preparation Steps

1. Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup chickpea flour, 1 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon black salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder. Whisk until smooth and lump-free.
2. Add Veggies: Fold in 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers, 1/2 cup chopped spinach, 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes, and 1/4 cup chopped red onion into the batter. Add 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast if using. Mix well.
3. Heat the Skillet: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook the Omelet: Pour half of the batter into the skillet, spreading it evenly. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the edges start to lift, then carefully flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Repeat: Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more oil if needed.
6. Serve: Season with freshly ground black pepper and serve hot.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 220
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5g
• Carbohydrates: 22g
• Fiber: 5g
• Protein: 10g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

• Vitamin A: 25% of the Daily Value (DV)
• Vitamin C: 40% of the DV
• Iron: 15% of the DV
• Calcium: 6% of the DV
• Folate: 10% of the DV

This Chickpea Flour Omelet with Veggies is a nutritious and tasty way to enjoy a vegan breakfast. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and sure to become a favorite in your home. Enjoy!

Chickpea Flour Omelet with Veggies

jenny

I enjoy making this omelet on lazy Sunday mornings when the whole family is home. The savory taste of chickpea flour combined with fresh veggies makes it a hit with everyone. Plus, it's entirely vegan, so it's a fantastic choice for those looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into their diet.

Print Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings 2 servings

Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup chickpea flour also known as gram flour
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black salt kala namak or regular salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers any color
• 1/2 cup chopped spinach
• 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast optional
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup chickpea flour, 1 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon black salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder. Whisk until smooth and lump-free.
• Add Veggies: Fold in 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers, 1/2 cup chopped spinach, 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes, and 1/4 cup chopped red onion into the batter. Add 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast if using. Mix well.
• Heat the Skillet: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
• Cook the Omelet: Pour half of the batter into the skillet, spreading it evenly. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the edges start to lift, then carefully flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
• Repeat: Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more oil if needed.
• Serve: Season with freshly ground black pepper and serve hot.

Notes

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 220
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5g
• Carbohydrates: 22g
• Fiber: 5g
• Protein: 10g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

• Vitamin A: 25% of the Daily Value (DV)
• Vitamin C: 40% of the DV
• Iron: 15% of the DV
• Calcium: 6% of the DV
• Folate: 10% of the DV

This Chickpea Flour Omelet with Veggies is a nutritious and tasty way to enjoy a vegan breakfast. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and sure to become a favorite in your home. Enjoy!