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Mediterranean Chickpea and Vegetable Scramble recipe by Safe Plated

Mediterranean Chickpea and Vegetable Scramble

A flavorful and protein-packed chickpea scramble with Mediterranean vegetables and spices. A healthy, delicious, and naturally nut-free vegan breakfast option.

10m prep + 15m cook4 servings
DAIRY-freeNUTS-free
280 cal|14g protein|40g carbs|8g fat|10g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion
  • 0.5 cup Red Bell Pepper
  • 0.5 cup Zucchini
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 2 cans Chickpeas
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 0.5 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley

Instructions

  1. 1Place a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, which is 350°F (175°C). Add the 2 tablespoons of Olive Oil to the skillet.
  2. 2Add the 0.5 cup Red Onion, 0.5 cup Red Bell Pepper, and 0.5 cup Zucchini to the hot skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and the onion looks translucent. Add the 2 cloves of Garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. 3Add the 2 cans of Chickpeas, 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric, 0.5 teaspoon Smoked Paprika, 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano, 0.5 teaspoon Salt, and 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine everything. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are heated through. Gently mash some of the chickpeas with the back of your spoon to create a thicker texture.
  4. 4Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the 2 tablespoons of Fresh Parsley.
  5. 5Serve the chickpea scramble immediately.

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