Easy Tofu Chili Beans

Chili beans are a popular and flavorful staple in Tex-Mex cuisine, often enjoyed as a comfort food with cornbread or as a topping for baked potatoes.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 15.

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Easy Tofu Chili Beans

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

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

Servings: 4 Calories: 1040

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Tofu
• 2 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 can Can of diced tomatoes
• 1 can Can of kidney beans
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice

Instructions

1. Press tofu to remove excess water and cut it into cubes.
2. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic cloves. Sauté until translucent.
3. Add tofu cubes and cook until slightly browned.
4. Add chili powder, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat tofu and vegetables.
5. Pour in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and vegetable broth. Stir until well combined.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
8. Stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 260kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 6g

Protein 15g30%

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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.