Low Carb Hearty Chili Beef
Dive into a bowl of rich, flavorful comfort with this Low Carb Hearty Chili Beef recipe—perfect for a healthy and satisfying weeknight dinner. This one-pot wonder combines savory ground beef, hearty spices like chili powder and cumin, and a medley of nutrient-packed vegetables, including zucchini, spinach, and peppers. Simmered to perfection with beef broth and diced tomatoes, it’s a low-carb take on classic chili that doesn’t sacrifice depth of flavor. Ready in under an hour, this dish is both keto-friendly and packed with protein to keep you full and energized. Serve it piping hot and savor every spoonful of this wholesome, flavor-packed meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium jalapeño, minced (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 cups baby spinach
Instructions
In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil.
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5 minutes.
Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using) to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes with their juices, beef broth, and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
Season the mixture with chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the diced zucchini to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
Stir in the baby spinach and let it cook for another 2 minutes or until wilted.
Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Serve hot in bowls, and enjoy your low carb hearty chili beef!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 99.2 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 305 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 4804 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 91.4 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 3412 mg | 73% | |
*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.
