Savory Chickpea Herb Breakfast Muffins

A satisfying morning bake filled with greens, peppers, and fresh herbs

Yield: 8 muffins | Time: 20 minutes active • 45 minutes total | Estimated energy: About 170 calories per muffin

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cups chickpea flour

• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/3 teaspoon sea salt

• 1 1/2 cups water

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• 1 cup chopped spinach

• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper

• 1/3 cup sliced scallions

• 1/4 cup chopped parsley and dill

METHOD

1. Heat the oven to 375°F and oil 8 muffin cups.

2. Whisk chickpea flour, flaxseed, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.

3. Whisk in water and olive oil until smooth; rest 5 minutes.

4. Fold in spinach, pepper, scallions, and herbs. Divide among the cups.

5. Bake 22 to 26 minutes. Rest 10 minutes before removing.

FEATURED INGREDIENT BENEFITS

Chickpea flour provides plant protein, fiber, folate, and iron. Spinach and red pepper add color, vitamin C, and carotenoid pigments.

COACH WINONA’S KITCHEN NOTE

Let the batter rest before baking. Chickpea flour hydrates during that pause and the muffins release more cleanly.

WISE CHOICES FOR YOUR BODY

A nourishing recipe may still need adjustment for your health plan. Consider allergies, gluten tolerance, blood-sugar needs, kidney concerns, sodium goals, digestive comfort, medications, and the guidance of your qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian. Ingredient substitutions can change both nutrition and estimated calories.

FROM THE PLANT STRONG TABLE

This recipe appears in The Plant Strong Table, Volume 3, from IndigoKoi Wellness, LLC. Continue the table with “Cinnamon Pear Baked Oatmeal.”

BLOG KEYWORDS AND TAGS

savory chickpea flour muffins, vegan breakfast muffins, high fiber plant based breakfast

Estimated calories are based on standard ingredient averages and the stated yield. This recipe offers general culinary education and is not individualized medical or nutrition care.