Description
A simple and delicious vegan chickpea omelette recipe that is packed with flavor and nutrients. This plant-based alternative to traditional omelettes is easy to make and perfect for a healthy breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Omelette Mixture:
- 30 grams chickpea flour (also known as gram or besan)
- 75 milliliters water
- 1/4 teaspoon black salt (kala namak)
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Add-ins:
- Handful of finely chopped vegetables (such as mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes)
- Sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs (optional)
- Handful of crushed chili flakes (optional)
- Grated vegan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Omelette Mixture – In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, nutritional yeast, black salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in water until smooth. Add veggies if desired.
- Heat the Pan and Cook the Omelette – Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Pour the mixture, spread evenly.
- Cook Until Set – Fry for about 5 minutes until edges come away and bubbles form.
- Fold or Flip the Omelette – Fold for gooey center or flip for well-done. Add veggies and cheese if not added earlier.
- Serve and Enjoy – Remove from pan, garnish with herbs, chili, and extra salt. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can customize the omelette with your favorite vegetables and seasonings.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices for varied flavors.
- Adjust the cooking time based on your desired omelette consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 omelette
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan, chickpea omelette, plant-based, breakfast, brunch, healthy