THREE BEAN VEGETABLE CHILI
Makes 6 servings
(1 serving ≈ 1 ¾ cups)
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ large onion, diced
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2 carrots, diced
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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1 clove garlic, finely chopped
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1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
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1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
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1 can (28 ounces) no-salt added diced tomatoes
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1 cup water
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1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
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1 can (15 ounces) Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
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½ teaspoon sea salt
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Garnish:
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Fresh cilantro
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Chopped scallions
DIRECTIONS
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Heat oil in large saucepan or stockpot. Add onions, carrots, bell peppers, garlic, and jalapeno and cook until onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
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Add dry spices (chili powder, cumin, and oregano), and cook for a 1 minute, stirring frequently.
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Add canned tomatoes including juices, water, beans, and salt. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and then simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
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Serve garnished with chopped cilantro and scallions.
TIPS
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Try to find low-sodium canned beans. Otherwise, be sure to rinse beans well after draining to reduce sodium.