Vegetarian Chili
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Vegetarian Chili

This delicious chili packed full of veggies, beans, and spices is fast enough for a weeknight dinner. Top with cilantro for a boost of flavor.

48 min4 servings

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Values are per serving · Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe

276

Calories

12g

Protein

42g

Carbs

9g

Fat

15g

Fiber

17g

Sugar

225mg

Sodium

Saturated Fat 1 g · Cholesterol 0 mg

Rings show one serving as a share of a 2,000 calorie reference day. In the Nutrola app they fill against your own goals.

Ingredients

  • vegetable oil

    2 tablespoons · or cooking oil of choice

  • onions, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

    2 large

  • green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

    1 medium

  • garlic cloves, chopped

    3

  • jalapeno chilis, diced

    2

  • chili powder

    1 tablespoon

  • ground cumin

    1 tablespoon

  • cilantro, chopped, divided

    1 cup

  • salt and pepper

    to taste, optional

  • low-sodium whole tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

    2 cans (14.5 ounces each) · or 8 medium fresh tomatoes

  • zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

    2 medium

  • summer squash, cut in to 1/4-inch pieces

    2 medium

  • low-sodium kidney beans, rinsed

    1 can (15.5 ounces)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash hands with soap and water.

  2. 2

    Add oil to a large pot and sauté onions, bell pepper, garlic, and jalapeno over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, stirring often.

  3. 3

    Add chili powder, cumin, half of the chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper, and continue cooking for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Add the tomatoes, zucchini, and squash. Bring mixture to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Add beans, and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Serve the mixture hot. Put remaining cilantro on top.

Source: USDA MyPlate Kitchen · Veggin’ Out Recipe Book Johnson and Wales University and Rhode Island Department of Health WIC Program

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