Taisen’s Vegetarian 5 Bean Chili

Chili con carne, a popular dish in the United States, traditionally includes meat, but vegetarian versions like this 5 bean chili are equally delicious and nutritious.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 21.

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Taisen’s Vegetarian 5 Bean Chili

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Kidney beans
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 can Pinto beans
• 1 can Chickpeas
• 1 can Cannellini beans
• 1 large Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 can Diced tomatoes
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 4 piece Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and carrots. Cook until vegetables are softened.
2. Add tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
3. Add diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and all the beans. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 10g

Protein 18g36%

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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.