Vegetarian Chili

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 green bell peppers, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
• 2 red bell peppers, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, cilantro

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and browned, about 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the cumin, coriander, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
4. Add the crushed tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and corn to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chili has thickened.
6. Serve the chili hot, with your desired toppings.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 330 per serving
• Fat: 10 grams
• Saturated Fat: 2 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Protein: 15 grams
• Fiber: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Rich and hearty
• Versatile and can be customized to your taste
• Convenient and easy to make
• Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

User Comments:

• "This chili is absolutely delicious! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of beans, corn, and bell peppers."
• "I'm not normally a fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so rich and hearty, and the spices balance each other perfectly."
• "This chili is perfect for a cold day. It warms you right up and it's so comforting."
• "I love that this recipe is easily customizable. I added some chopped carrots and celery, and it turned out great!"
• "I've made this chili several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have smoked paprika, you can substitute regular paprika.
• If you want a thicker chili, you can mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot.
• If you want a spicier chili, you can add more cayenne pepper to taste.
• Serve the chili with your desired toppings, such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, and cilantro.