Ingredients and Weight:
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Onion, chopped: 1 medium
- Green bell pepper, chopped: 1 medium
- Red bell pepper, chopped: 1 medium
- Zucchini, chopped: 1 small
- Garlic, minced: 3 cloves
- Ground cumin: 2 tsp
- Ground coriander: 1 tsp
- Sweet paprika: 1 tsp
- Chipotle powder: 1/2 tsp (optional)
- Canned black beans, rinsed and drained: 1 (15 oz) can
- Canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained: 1 (15 oz) can
- Crushed tomatoes: 1 (28 oz) can
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: Chopped fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1
Preparation Method Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion, bell peppers, and zucchini and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, and chipotle powder (if using). Cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the black beans, kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until the chili has thickened.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 650mg
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
Dish Characteristics:
- Hearty and flavorful
- Easy to make
- Vegetarian and gluten-free (if using gluten-free vegetable broth)
- Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal
User Comments:
- "This chili is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! The flavors are perfect."
- "I love how versatile this chili is. I often add different vegetables or beans depending on what I have on hand."
- "This is a great vegetarian chili recipe that even meat-eaters will enjoy."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have chipotle powder, you can substitute with 1/4 tsp of ground chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
- To make the chili spicier, add more chipotle powder or chopped jalapeños to taste.
- Let the chili rest for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
