Pan-Seared Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Tortilla
A hearty Spanish-style omelette packed with tender chickpeas, fresh spinach, and onions, pan-seared to a golden finish. This spanish-inspired vegetarian ready in about 30 minutes pairs extra virgin olive oil, medium yellow onion, finely sliced, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained
- 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely sliced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 1/2 cups drained cooked chickpeas and 3 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach, cooking for another 4 minutes until spinach wilts and chickpeas are heated through.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk 6 large eggs with 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until fully combined.
- Step 4: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sautéed vegetables in the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook undisturbed for 8-10 minutes until the edges are set and the center is almost firm.
- Step 5: Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil around the edges, carefully flip the tortilla using a large plate, and slide it back into the skillet to cook the other side for 3-4 minutes until golden and fully cooked through.
- Step 6: Slide the tortilla onto a serving plate, let cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Tortilla take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Pan-Seared Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Tortilla?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep extra virgin olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Tortilla?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Pan-Seared Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Tortilla for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Pan-Seared Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Tortilla?
Spanish vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
