Lentil Chili
by Karissa's Vegan Kitchen
Perfectly seasoned lentil chili with beans, tomatoes, and bell peppers. Made in just one pot!
Servings: 4
Calories: 306kcal
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper diced
- 1 medium carrot peeled and diced
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup brown lentils rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (15-5-ounce) can kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot on medium heat.
- Sauté red bell pepper, carrots, and onion until the onion is translucent. Add in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add in remaining ingredients and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Season with salt to taste if needed.
Notes
No need to drain the cans of tomatoes and green chiles - add it all into the pot!
Nutrition
Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 991mg | Potassium: 662mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 4845IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 5mg