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

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.

delroy Taylor
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These lemony chickpeas are a great way to add some variety to your weeknight dinner routine. They're easy to make and always a hit with my family.


osos jesus
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chickpeas are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with the whole family.


Crystal Johnson
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I love this recipe! The chickpeas are so flavorful and the sauce is delicious. I've made it several times already.


sita karki
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These lemony chickpeas are amazing! The flavors are so bright and fresh, and the chickpeas are cooked perfectly. I served them over rice, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Antonio Pena
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. The chickpeas are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I served it over rice, and it was a quick and easy meal that was also really tasty.


Md Bashar
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. The chickpeas are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I served it over quinoa, and it was a healthy and flavorful meal.


Kelisha Kabani
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I love the bright and tangy flavors in this dish. The chickpeas are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I served it over rice, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Kacc Chandara
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lemon wedges. The chickpeas are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I served it over salad, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Jenn Whitehead
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. The chickpeas are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I served it over rice, and it was a quick and easy meal that was also really tasty.


hanxom manxe
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This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your weeknight dinner routine. The chickpeas are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I served it over pasta, and it was a hit with the whole family.


Miracle Sunday
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. The chickpeas are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious. I served it over quinoa, and it was a healthy and flavorful meal.


Praise Ehiorobo
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I'm not a huge fan of chickpeas, but this recipe changed my mind. The chickpeas were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was so flavorful. I served it over rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Madoo Vasish
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. The lemon and herbs add a lot of flavor, and the chickpeas are nice and tender. I served it over salad, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


BaliwalPro FF
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I love the bright and tangy flavors in this dish. The chickpeas are cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my friends.


Cynthia Aaron
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. The chickpeas turned out perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again!


SHORON lmtiaz
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chickpeas, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The lemon and herbs give the chickpeas a really fresh and flavorful taste. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md riju Mia
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This lemony chickpea recipe is a total winner! The flavors are bright and tangy, and the chickpeas are perfectly cooked. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with the whole family.


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