Pancake di Farina di Ceci
Pancake di Farina di Ceci are savory Italian chickpea pancakes that are high in protein and perfect for a nutritious breakfast. They are gluten-free, deliciously nutty, and can be enjoyed with various toppings.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Italian
320 kcal
Ingredients
- Chickpea flour - 150 grams
- Water - 300 ml
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh rosemary - 1 tablespoon, chopped
- Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
- Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
Steps
- In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, water, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and chopped rosemary. Whisk until smooth and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Pour half of the batter into the skillet, swirling to create an even layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the edges lift and the bottom is golden brown.
- Flip the pancake and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil if necessary.
- In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, sautéing until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the pancakes topped with the sautéed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 15 g
- Carbs: 42 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Water: 0.3 L
Health Benefits
- High in plant-based protein from chickpea flour.
- Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
- Gluten-free, suitable for individuals with gluten intolerance.
Tags
ItalianHigh ProteinBreakfast