These savory vegan Chickpea Omelet Two Ways are a great way to start your day. Make with vegetables mixed in or place on top.
I have been vegan for 17 years, and I don’t miss anything that I gave up. I do however enjoy a change in my breakfast routine every now and then. I have been perfecting a socca recipe for awhile now, getting it to the texture and thinness that I want. I figured, why not make a Chickpea Omelet as well. After all, they are only different by a couple of ingredients. After making this several times, I decided to post a Chickpea Omelet Two Ways because I liked it both with vegetables mixed into the batter, and served on top of the chickpea omelet as well.
This is similar to Tofu Scramble in that it is customizable. You can add your favorite herbs and spices, as well as your favorite vegetables. The main difference between the two ways of making this vegan omelet is that you need twice as many veggies if you are serving them on top.
I should mention that by mixing the veggies into the batter, the chickpea omelet cracks easier, but you can slice it and it still has a nice presentation. If you make the Chickpea Omelet with veggies on top, you can create a really nice thin vegan omelet. It still may crack, but is easier to control. Either way, it tastes wonderful. It all depends upon how you want to present your dish and the texture you prefer.
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Chickpea Omelet Two Ways
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- pepper
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons chopped basil
- coconut oil spray
- If mixing veggies in batter:
- 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
- 3 tablespoons chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- If adding veggies on top:
- 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons red onion
- 1 cup spinach
Instructions
- Mix all the dry ingredients and water thoroughly. Add chopped basil. If adding vegetables to the batter, do that now.
- Spray coconut oil on a heated pan. Spoon some of the chickpea mixture on 8″ pan, spreading it out thin. If you need to use a spoon to spread it out, do that, but work quickly. Cook for several minutes, until it bubbles like a pancake and is golden brown. This is especially apparent with the vegan omelet sans veggies. You will be able to see when it is cooked. When it isn’t done yet, it still looks wet and mushy. Flip and cook the other side. Continue with the rest of the mixture.
- If adding veggies on top of chickpea omelet: Spray more coconut oil on a heated pan. Add onion. Cook for a couple of minutes. Add green pepper, and cook until tender. Add spinach, and cook until it is wilted. Put on top of chickpea omelet.
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kblackie says
Wow, that looks so incredibly delicious!!
lottielamour says
At first glance I thought these were cute little tacos! Love the idea of using chickpeas in an omelette. I’d be tempted to throw on some Hummous too! Lottie xx
Willow Moon says
Hummus would be a perfect addition to these!
Maggie Unzueta says
I have never used chickpea flour. I need to print your recipe to try this. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Willow Moon says
It definitely has a distinct flavor. I personally love it, but some don’t. You could always buy it in the bulk section of the grocery store, so that you can try a small amount first.
Kelly says
This is a really interesting combination! Love the anti-inflammatory properties with the turmeric, too!
Willow Moon says
I love the properties in turmeric too! I have been using turmeric root and powder in tea. Recipe to come one of these days…
Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says
This is AMAZING! I’ve never ever seen a chickpea omelet. But I love this idea – so much fiber and protein too! MAKING!
Willow Moon says
I’m glad you mentioned the fiber and protein. Normally I pay attention to that kind of stuff, but have never checked out the label on chickpea flour. Thanks for the info! I just looked it up, and you’re right!
loveyoumoretoo says
This looks delicious!! I love omelets and this is a very healthy option. 🙂
kage2015 says
I have never used chickpea flour. Now I have to investigate this. Always love learning something new.
Lauren says
I am not vegan, but I would love to try this! I am mostly a vegetarian and I love trying fun foods like this!
Willow Moon says
I love trying new food too! What I love about these is you can make a bunch and reheat them later.
Frugal Mom of 8 says
I would have never thought of this but it sounds really interesting.
Mimi Rose says
This sounds like a really interesting and tasty recipe. I love chickpeas but I’ve never actually cooked with chickpea flour, I’ll have to give it a go!
Home by Jenn says
This looks great, I love to have recipes that pile on the veggies! I really do get tired of the tofu scramble so this will be a great alternative! Thank you for sharing!
Willow Moon says
I only eat tofu scramble once a month or so, but I feel the same – it’s a nice change!
TamaraG says
I’ve never thought of making an omelet like this, need to try it out some time.
Missy says
These look amazing! I’m going to give them a try. It’s nice to see an omelet recipe that doesn’t require tofu (although I love tofu).
Willow Moon says
Thanks Missy! It’s funny you mention tofu, because I am working on a tofu omelet recipe! I have the flavor down, but not the consistency.