Lebanese Chickpea Omelette — FamilyPlate recipe🍳

Lebanese Chickpea Omelette

Fluffy omelette with chickpeas and herbs, a quick protein boost

gluten-freequickvegetarian

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
breakfast

Nutrition per serving

AI estimate — approximate
168
Calories
kcal
11g
Protein
10g
Carbs
10g
Fat

Based on 4 servings — values are AI-estimated and may vary

👶 Kid-Friendly🌶️ mild Spice

Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Optional: lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork until coarsely crushed.

  2. 2

    Add the eggs, parsley, cilantro, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Whisk until well combined.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Pour the chickpea-egg mixture into the skillet, spreading it evenly.

  5. 5

    Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the edges begin to set.

  6. 6

    Use a spatula to carefully flip the omelette and cook for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked through.

  7. 7

    Once cooked, transfer the omelette to a plate and serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for an extra zing.

  8. 8

    Enjoy your Lebanese Chickpea Omelette as a nutritious breakfast or snack!