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Chickpea Omelette

A plant-based twist on traditional omelettes, this chickpea omelette is filled with vibrant vegetables and packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Brunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup chickpea flour A gluten-free flour option.
  • 1 cup water To mix with chickpea flour.
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano For flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper For seasoning.
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper For a hint of spice.
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground kala namak Indian black salt for unique flavor.
Vegetables
  • 0.25 cup chopped onion Enhances flavor.
  • 0.25 cup diced carrot Adds sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper For color and taste.
  • 0.5 cup zucchini, sliced into rounds Adds texture.
  • 0.25 head radicchio, cut into thin strips For bitterness and color.
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley For garnish.
Oils
  • 0.25 cup olive oil, divided For cooking and mixing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour and water, stir until no lumps remain.
  3. Incorporate 2 tablespoons of olive oil and mix well.
  4. Add oregano, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and kala namak, and mix until blended.
Cooking Vegetables
  1. In a nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chopped onion, diced carrot, and sliced red bell pepper, sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add another tablespoon of olive oil, and add zucchini rounds. Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Sprinkle radicchio strips evenly on top and cover for about 1 minute.
Combining and Baking
  1. Give the chickpea mixture a stir and pour it over the vegetables evenly.
  2. Cook on medium heat until edges firm up (about 3-5 minutes), then transfer to preheated oven.
  3. Bake for around 20 minutes, or until firm and edges pull away.
  4. Broil for about 2 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Let it sit for 1 minute, then gently flip onto a plate and cool for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle minced parsley on top and serve warm.

Notes

Best served warm with sides like mixed greens or salsa. Garnish with yogurt or microgreens for an elegant touch. Can freeze slices for later enjoyment.