Creole Chickpeas

This low cholesterol, vegan meal is easy to prepare. The simple flavors are perfectly balanced.

Serves 4.

Ingredients:

• 1 c long grain rice
• 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 c onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 c celery, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 c fresh cherry tomatoes (red or yellow), chopped
• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained

Directions:

1. Cook the rice according to package directions
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil on medium. Add onion, celery, salt and pepper. Sauté 4 minutes.
3. Add tomatoes and chickpeas. Bring to simmer.
4. Cover and reduce heat to low; cook 8 minutes.
5. Serve chickpea mixture on top of rice.