Ingredients

serves 4

　　1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower

　　1 large onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced

　　2 garlic cloves, minced

　　Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

　　1 can (15 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

　　1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes in juice

　　1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced

　　

Step 1

Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium. Add onion and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion begins to soften, 5 to 7 minutes.

　　

Step 2

Add chickpeas and tomatoes along with their juice. Simmer until thickened but still saucelike, 6 to 8 minutes; remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper; stir in mint. Serve hot.

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