Low Sodium Hearty Chilli Beans
Dive into a bowl of pure comfort with this "Low Sodium Hearty Chilli Beans" recipe, a health-conscious twist on a classic favorite. Packed with vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and celery, and rich in plant-based protein from kidney and black beans, this dish proves that flavor doesn’t have to come from salt. A warm blend of chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano creates a robust and smoky depth, while no-salt-added tomatoes and low-sodium vegetable broth keep it heart-healthy. Perfectly simmered to infuse all the bold flavors, this chili is ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep for a crowd. Serve it hot with your favorite toppings—like fresh cilantro, creamy Greek yogurt, or shredded cheese—for a satisfying, low-sodium meal that will become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 medium bell peppers, diced (use a mix of colors)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 large celery stalks, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 28 ounces canned no-salt-added diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned no-salt-added tomato sauce
- 15 ounces canned no-salt-added kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the onion, bell peppers, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and optional cayenne pepper. Stir to coat the vegetables with the spices.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and vegetable broth.
Add the bay leaf and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.
Remove the bay leaf and season with ground black pepper to your taste.
Serve hot with optional toppings like chopped fresh cilantro, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or shredded cheese for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 37.1 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 917 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 258.8 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 84.0 g | 300% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.2 g | ||
| Protein | 67.8 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 696 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 28.2 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 6997 mg | 149% | |
*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.
