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    Home » Food and Drink » Breakfast

    Chickpea Scramble

    Published: Feb 4, 2019 · Modified: Nov 10, 2020 by Jenna Urben · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Chickpea Scramble comes together in no time and is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and soy-free! Toss it together with your favorite veggies and you have a filling plant-based breakfast.

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    It's no secret that I love tofu scramble but sometimes I like to limit my soy intake. That's where chickpea scramble comes into play! It's easy, healthy, and filling – the perfect breakfast? It's definitely one of my new favorites.

    Are you interested in more breakfast recipes? Be sure to let me know what you think and if you want to see more morning meals!

    So what is chickpea scramble?

    Chickpea scramble comes together with just chickpea flour, water, nutritional yeast, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

    I prefer my scramble with vegetables mixed in, just to amp it up a bit. A few of my favorite add-ins are sweet potato, mushrooms, bell pepper, and jalapeño. But throw in your faves or what you have on hand!

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    Perfect for breakfast!

    If you're looking for a super simple savory breakfast, this is the meal for you!

    • High in protein, iron, and fiber
    • Ready in just minutes
    • Vegan and allergy-friendly

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    Quick and easy chickpea scramble

    Ready to make it? Start by stirring the chickpea flour, water, nutritional yeast, and spices together in a bowl then set aside. Heat a tablespoons of olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium-low heat. Pour the chickpea flour dough into the pan and let cook for about three minutes, until the edges start to firm up a bit. Scramble the mixture and let sit again. Once the chickpea flour scramble comes together, break apart, and serve warm! I paired mine with veggies but it would be great on its own or served on toast!

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    I hope you enjoy this chickpea breakfast scramble as much as we do! If you try this recipe, please share a photo with me over on Instagram.

    Vegan-Chickpea-Scramble

    Chickpea Scramble

    Chickpea Scramble comes together in no time and is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and soy-free! Toss it together with your favorite veggies and you have a filling plant-based breakfast.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Ingredients
      

    Chickpea Flour Dough

    • 1 cup chickpea flour
    • 1 cup water
    • 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
    • ½ teaspoon turmeric
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • ½ teaspoon chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Optional add-ins: Sweet potato, mushroom, onion, bell pepper, jalapeño

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      Instructions
       

      • Stir all of the chickpea flour dough ingredients together in a bowl then set aside.
      • Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium-low heat.
      • Pour the chickpea flour dough into the pan and let cook for about three minutes, until the edges start to firm up a bit.
      • Scramble the mixture and let sit again. Once the chickpea flour scramble comes together, break apart, mix in vegetables to warm, and serve.
      Did you make this recipe?Please leave a star rating or review in the form below, then snap a picture and tag me @theurbenlife on Instagram!

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      About Jenna Urben

      Jenna Urben is the recipe developer, content creator, and storyteller behind The Urben Life. She has over 10 years experience adapting family favorite meals to fit allergy-friendly diets. Join Jenna as she shares delicious dairy-free recipes that are easy to follow with plenty of tips and alternatives.

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      1. Erin

        March 22, 2022 at 11:02 am

        This was so good! As a non-egg eating vegetarian with a soy intolerance, I can never find savory breakfast ideas! Tried this today and can’t wait to make it again! I didn’t have nutritional yeast, stirred in just a touch of better than bouillon veggie base abs it was delicious!

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        • Jenna Urben

          March 22, 2022 at 2:16 pm

          Hi Erin, I am so happy to hear that 🙂 Thanks for the tip about better than bouillon veggie base!!

          Reply
      2. Nadia

        March 17, 2022 at 9:33 am

        Is there a substitute for Nutritional Yeast?

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        • Nadia

          March 17, 2022 at 9:35 am

          Also do you know nutritional info...calories? Thanks.

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      3. Kira

        April 24, 2020 at 7:22 pm

        5 stars
        This is seriously the best thing I have stumbled upon in a while. I’m not a vegan I just like other options to add into my diet and let me tell you I can’t believe what I just tasted! Thank you for posting!!!!!!!!!

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          April 27, 2020 at 9:58 am

          I'm thrilled to hear that, Kira 🙂 Thanks so much!

          Reply
      4. Anna

        April 25, 2019 at 12:19 pm

        This is a fantastic idea Jenna!
        Can't wait to meet you next week at SLC.

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          April 25, 2019 at 5:20 pm

          Thanks so much 🙂 Can't wait, see ya soon!

          Reply
      5. Alisa Fleming

        March 24, 2019 at 10:24 am

        I've never been a big egg fan, so I need to try this. I love tofu scramble, but imagine this is a little heartier, no?

        Reply
        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          March 25, 2019 at 8:56 am

          This is a bit heartier than tofu scramble, but I love them both too 🙂

          Reply
      6. Katy Malkin

        February 08, 2019 at 6:48 am

        What a beautiful colour! Love tofu scramble I'll have to try it this way too.

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 15, 2019 at 10:57 am

          Thank you so much 🙂 Enjoy!!

          Reply
      7. Deborah

        February 08, 2019 at 3:02 am

        Easy to do. I've made fritters using some similar ingredients including the chickpea flour. A keeper and good idea!

        Reply
        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 15, 2019 at 10:56 am

          Mmm, I need to give chickpea flour fritters a try!

          Reply
      8. Lydia

        February 06, 2019 at 11:46 am

        It is perfect! I have been looking for different vegan recipies lately as I am transitioning and this one looks amazing! Thanks for sharing!

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 07, 2019 at 3:06 pm

          You're very welcome, Lydia!! So happy to hear that 🙂 Enjoy!!

          Reply
      9. Briana

        February 05, 2019 at 9:45 pm

        This looks so good with all of the veggies!

        Briana
        https://beyoutifulbrunette.com/

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 07, 2019 at 3:05 pm

          Thanks, Briana! I appreciate it 🙂

          Reply
      10. Rachelle Willgren

        February 05, 2019 at 1:40 pm

        Oh wow! This is absolutely brilliant! I am pretty limited as to what I can eat right now, but man, I'm going to have to try this. I LOVE chick peas!

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 07, 2019 at 3:05 pm

          Thanks so much 🙂 I'm so so happy to hear that! I hope you love it. I love chickpeas too!!

          Reply
      11. Vicky

        February 05, 2019 at 12:06 pm

        5 stars
        I am loving this healthy filling breakfast. I think I would even serve it as a weekend brunch option. This time of year especially, people are looking to be healthier so I'd like to give them an option so they don't have to completely blow their diet.

        Reply
        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 07, 2019 at 3:03 pm

          Thanks!! Oh, yes 🙂 This would be awesome for a weekend brunch

          Reply
      12. Lia

        February 05, 2019 at 8:28 am

        I’m not vegan, but this dish looks delicious. All of my favorites on one plate!

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 05, 2019 at 9:16 am

          Thanks 🙂 I hope you give it a try!

          Reply
      13. Chelsea

        February 04, 2019 at 8:07 pm

        This looks so good! I've made an omelet before with chickpea flour but never thought about using it to make a scramble. Pinning this so I don't forget to try it!

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 05, 2019 at 8:12 am

          Thanks, Chelsea 🙂 I'm excited to make a chickpea omelet next!

          Reply
      14. Leslie

        February 04, 2019 at 7:26 pm

        This is fascinating. I never considered using chickpeas in this manner. I love the spices you used.

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 05, 2019 at 8:10 am

          Thanks 🙂 Ah yes, a few of my faves!

          Reply
      15. Leigh Suznovich

        February 04, 2019 at 6:34 pm

        Oh I've never seen anything like this! It looks amazing and a perfect vegan version of scrambled eggs.

        Reply
        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 05, 2019 at 8:09 am

          Thank you so much 🙂

          Reply
      16. Amber

        February 04, 2019 at 4:10 pm

        5 stars
        Sounds so good and healthy and filling! Great way to start the morning.

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 04, 2019 at 4:33 pm

          Thanks, Amber 🙂

          Reply
      17. Jules Shepard

        February 04, 2019 at 2:38 pm

        Can NOT wait to give this a try! Everything on this plate looks amazing - thanks for sharing!

        Reply
        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 04, 2019 at 3:04 pm

          Yay, so happy to hear that 🙂 Let me know what you think!

          Reply
      18. Kelly

        February 04, 2019 at 2:31 pm

        I love making chickpea scrambles. It's easy and also super healthy!

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 04, 2019 at 3:03 pm

          Absolutely 🙂

          Reply
      19. Noelle

        February 04, 2019 at 1:55 pm

        5 stars
        Love this idea! Thank you

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        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 04, 2019 at 2:19 pm

          Yay 😀 You're welcome!

          Reply
      20. C.Allen

        February 04, 2019 at 12:41 pm

        As a vegetarian, I am always looking for new recipes to try. Especially ones that are high in protein. I can’t wait to attempt this recipe!

        Reply
        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 04, 2019 at 12:48 pm

          Thrilled to hear that 🙂 Enjoy!

          Reply
      21. Jen

        February 04, 2019 at 12:24 pm

        I have never had a chickpea scramble! We happen to love them and I bet my husband would devour this better-for-you dish. I'm excited to give it a try sometime and surprise him.

        Reply
        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 04, 2019 at 12:38 pm

          I hope y'all give it a try and enjoy it 🙂

          Reply
      22. Nicole Dawson

        February 04, 2019 at 10:36 am

        Love this idea Jenna! We do a lot of tofu scramble but this is perfect for those with a soy allergy .

        Reply
        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 04, 2019 at 11:10 am

          So happy to hear that, thank you!

          Reply
      23. Zaneta The Work At Home Mama

        February 04, 2019 at 10:00 am

        This was very informative. My daughter's skin doesn't appreciate too much dairy, so I'll have to try this.

        Reply
        • Jenna | The Urben Life

          February 04, 2019 at 11:10 am

          Thanks! I hope she loves it 🙂

          Reply

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