5:2 Friendly Smokey Bean Chili 215 Cals

Chili con carne, a popular Tex-Mex dish, is often made with beef, but this vegetarian version uses beans for a healthy twist.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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5:2 Friendly Smokey Bean Chili 215 Cals

Cooking Method: Saute, Simmer Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 860

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 2 can Kidney beans
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 can Crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup Vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and carrot. Sauté for 5 minutes.
2. Add smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Stir well.
3. Add kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
5. Stir in lime juice, fresh cilantro, salt, and black pepper.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 215kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 6g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.