Savory Vegetable and Bean Chili Bowl

This Savory Vegetable and Bean Chili Bowl is a hearty and colorful dish packed with nutritious ingredients, perfect for a comforting dinner. The combination of beans, vegetables, and spices creates a rich and satisfying meal that is both filling and flavorful.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Yellow onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Canned kidney beans - 240 grams, drained and rinsed
• Canned black beans - 240 grams, drained and rinsed
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Chili powder - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Add the diced zucchini and cook for another 3 minutes.
6. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and vegetable broth.
7. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
8. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
10. Serve the chili in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from beans for muscle health.
• High in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting satiety.

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