High Protein Hearty Black Bean Chili
Packed with plant-based goodness, this High Protein Hearty Black Bean Chili is the ultimate comfort food for busy nights or cozy gatherings. Featuring robust black beans, a medley of vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, this one-pot wonder delivers bold flavors and satisfying nourishment in every spoonful. Simmered with diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and finished with a bright splash of lime juice and fresh cilantro, this chili is as nutritious as it is irresistibly delicious. Perfectly balanced for a high-protein, vegan-friendly meal, it’s ready in under an hour and makes enough to serve six—ideal for meal prep or sharing. Serve it hot, and don’t forget the optional garnish to elevate the dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 15-ounce cans canned black beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 0.25 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
Rinse and drain the black beans from the cans and set aside.
Dice the onion, and both red and green bell peppers. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth.
Add the black beans, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the frozen corn and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf and discard it.
Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving for extra flavor.
Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7694 mg | 335% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 366.4 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 132.6 g | 474% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.7 g | ||
| Protein | 105.9 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 992 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 44.0 mg | 244% | |
| Potassium | 8359 mg | 178% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
