No Bean Chili
Warm up with this easy and delicious no bean chili, packed with spices and fresh vegetables. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this hearty dish delivers a satisfying flavor explosion in every bite. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, it’s sure to become a go-to favorite for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately six servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and chopped bell peppers; cook until tender (approximately 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in canned tomatoes and vegetable broth until well combined.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; adjust to taste.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes for optimal flavor melding.
- Finish with lime juice; garnish with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg