LEMONY CHICKPEAS

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These saucy chickpeas add just a little heat to meatless Mondays. They're especially good over hot, fluffy brown rice. -April Strevell, Red Bank, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked instant brown rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender., Stir in chickpeas, tomatoes, broth, pepper flakes and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Uncover; simmer 4-5 minutes or until liquid is slightly reduced, stirring occasionally. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice. Serve with rice. , Freeze option: Do not prepare rice until later. Freeze cooled chickpea mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 13g protein.