Description
Chili sin Carne is a delightful and nutritious plant-based dish that brings together the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables and hearty lentils. This simple recipe allows you to create a wholesome meal in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. Packed with protein from lentils and beans, this chili offers a satisfying experience without any meat. Customize it with your favorite toppings like avocado or cilantro for added freshness and flavor. Enjoy this comforting dish on its own or pair it with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 onion
- 2 bell peppers (yellow and red)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 500 ml vegetable broth
- 100 g dried red lentils
- 1 can kidney beans (500 g drained weight)
- 1 can corn (285 g drained weight)
- 800 g canned diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion and dice the bell peppers.
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onions and bell peppers until soft.
- Stir in tomato paste and lentils, cooking for an additional two minutes.
- Add vegetable broth, kidney beans, corn, and diced tomatoes; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, seasoning with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg