Description

These spinach pancakes are a flavorful way to incorporate vegetables, whole grains, and plant-based protein into a balanced meal. The combination of spinach, chickpeas, and fresh herbs creates a satisfying texture and nutrient-rich option that can be enjoyed any time of day. Easy to customize with additional ingredients and seasonings, this recipe is a practical choice for healthy eating and family-friendly meal planning.

green colored pancakes and sliced carrots on side.
Level: Easy Prep: 30 minutes Yield: 4 servings
Total: 30 minutes Inactive:  Serving Size: 2 pieces

Ingredients

  • 2 cups spinach
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 2/3 cup canned chickpeas
  • ½ cup whole wheat flour
  • ½ cup semolina flour
  • 1 Roma tomato, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 cup water (or as needed to reach
    desired consistency)

Directions

  1. Sauté spinach and onion in a pan, and add mashed chickpeas.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, add wheat flour and semolina flour. Mix in the blended spinach mixture.
  3. Add chopped tomato, cilantro, chili flakes, salt to taste and mix well.
  4. Add water to reach a pouring consistency.
  5. Heat a pan over medium heat. Add a teaspoon of oil (unless using a nonstick pan).
  6. Using a ladle or small measuring cup, pour the pancake batter onto the heated surface and cook on both sides till well done.
  7. Serve with your favorite dip.

Variations

  • For gluten free exclude wheat flour.
  • Add egg in place of wheat flour.
  • Add only spinach and onions.
  • Add shredded ginger for flavor.
 

Nutrition Facts

Contents % Daily Value
Total Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 0.3g 1%
Trans Fat 0g  
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 72mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 59.9mg 22%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g 25%
Total Sugars 2.4g  
Incl. Added Sugars 0g 0%
Protein 11.6g  
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 47.3mg 4%
Iron 2.3mg 13%
Potassium 334.7mg 7%
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
 
Gastelum, A., Shaw, W. 2026, HiFiber Breakfast | Spinach Pancakes, University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Recipes

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