Breakfast for Champs: Scrambled chickpea (the perfect egg substitute)
- wannabevegans
- Jan 30, 2018
- 2 min read
The title speaks for itself, a power protein egg substitute for all veg lovers and meat eaters..a true breakfast for champs and food lovers alike. Did I mention its chickpeas, Yum!
It contains over 8 grams of protein, low in carbs (scoring a low 28 GI score on the Glycemic Index) high in fiber contents, and a generous amounts of fatty acids, vitamins and minerals . A complete source of a healthy nutrition powered meal.
What can I say its a triple combination dish.
If your looking to load up on your protein, consuming chickpeas for breakfast can be of assistance to you especially if your looking to add in more lean mass, reduce body fat and weight. Chickpeas, containing a higher percentage of insoluble fibers assist the digestive process, preventing and reducing the risk of colon infections and disease. Fiber slows down digestion, reduce appetite, and leave you feeling full and satisfied without the over-consumption of unwanted calories.
Which is also a bonus for those who wish to lose weight on a plant-based diet.
It takes no time to whip up! Serve it ready on a plate in less than 30 minutes.
Breakfast Scrambled Chickpeas
Cook time:10 min
Prep time: 8 min
Boil time: 5-7 min
=Total time: 25 min
Serves: 2
Kitchen Supplies:
Boiling pot, medium size
Masher or large metal fork
Cutting Board
Medium Bowl
Cooking pan or Frying pan
Ingredients:
1 can of garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
1/2 cup of red bell peppers
1/2 cup of green bell peppers
1/4 cup of yellow onion
1 clove of garlic
1 romaine tomato
Seasonings:
Sprinkle Sea salt and black pepper to taste (apprxm. less than 1/2 tsp)
1/2 tsp of paprika
Directions: 1. Thoroughly rinse and drain can chickpea.
2. Boil chickpeas for 7 minutes to further soften the beans.
3. Once boiled, drain chickpeas with a strainer and transfer into a medium size bowl to mash. Then, mash chickpeas with fork or masher till smooth, or close to.
4. Slice garlic thinly, set aside, then chop up onions, tomato and bell peppers into cubes, set aside.
5. Heat cooking pan or fry pan with 2 tbsp of olive oil (or coconut oil for flavoring), medium heat.
6. Throw in garlic and onion, stir and simmer for 1 minute. Then throw in bell peppers and tomato along side mashed chickpea beans.
7. Season with sea salt, black pepper and paprika, continuously stirring for 5 minutes until mixed evenly.
8. Let it simmer for another 3-4 minutes keeping it moist by stirring. And Voila, There you have it, Easy to make breakfast.
9. Serve onto a plate, don't forget your avocados, maybe even some cucumbers, celery and spinach for more veggie delight.
10. Serve, Eat and Enjoy!
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