3 Bell Pepper Chili

⏱ 40 mins 🍽 6 serving(s) 🏷 One Dish Meal

This wholesome one-pot chili is both quick to prepare and low in fat. It features a colourful mix of bell peppers simmered with pinto and black beans in a rich, spiced tomato base. The recipe is not inherently spicy, allowing you to adjust the heat to your preference. It makes a satisfying meal for six and can be enjoyed hot or cold.

3 Bell Pepper Chili

Ingredients

  • 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 medium bell peppers, sliced (any combination of green, red, and yellow)
  • 1 (6 ounce) container tomato paste
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 -1 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 15 ounces canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained

Method

  1. Warm the olive oil in a large pot. Cook the diced onion until softened, then add the minced garlic and continue cooking for 3-5 more minutes.
  2. Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, and salt. Add the sliced bell peppers and cook until they start to soften, adding a little more oil or broth if the mixture sticks.
  3. Pour in the water and add the tomato paste. Increase the heat and stir until the paste is fully blended into the liquid.
  4. Incorporate all the remaining ingredients, give everything a good stir, and bring the chili to a boil.
  5. Taste and adjust the seasonings, then cover the pot. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 20-30 mins, stirring occasionally and checking the flavours.
  6. Serve the finished chili, perhaps with a side of corn chips.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium1109200 mg

Recipe details

CategoryOne Dish Meal
AuthorSaraMonster