Chickpea Spinach Breakfast Scramble
Fluffy scrambled eggs with spiced chickpeas, fresh spinach, and aromatic Indian seasonings. A protein-rich, vegetarian breakfast ready in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 16g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk with a fork until well combined; set aside. This ensures the eggs will cook evenly and stay fluffy when scrambled.
Step 2
Heat ghee in a large skillet over medium heat. Once shimmering, add cumin seeds and let them pop for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chili, cooking for another 30 seconds until aromatic.
Step 4
Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder; stir continuously for 30 seconds to bloom the spices. Add the chickpeas and cook for 2 minutes over medium heat, stirring gently until warmed through.
Step 5
Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and stir until it wilts completely, about 1-2 minutes. The spinach will reduce significantly and create a flavorful base for the eggs.
Step 6
Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Gently push the eggs around with a spatula every 15-20 seconds, scraping from the edges toward the center, until large soft curds form—about 4-5 minutes total.
Step 7
Season with salt and toss gently to combine all ingredients. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the eggs reach your desired doneness—they should still be creamy, not dry.
Step 8
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with warm roti, naan, or whole-grain toast.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Fork or whisk
- Spatula
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