Mediterranean Diet Classic Beef Chili
Savor the hearty, wholesome flavors of Mediterranean Diet Classic Beef Chili, a healthy twist on a comfort food favorite. This one-pot recipe balances the richness of lean ground beef with the vibrant freshness of Mediterranean staples like extra-virgin olive oil, chickpeas, and a medley of aromatic spices including cumin, paprika, and oregano. Packed with protein from kidney beans and chickpeas and simmered to perfection with tomatoes and fresh parsley, this chili is as nourishing as it is delicious. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a simmer that locks in incredible flavor, it’s a quick, family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights. Serve this Mediterranean-inspired chili piping hot for a cozy dinner that’s high in fiber, low in sodium, and bursting with bold, satisfying taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes, with juices
- 15 ounces canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Transfer the beef to a plate and drain any excess fat from the pot.
In the same pot, add the chopped onion and red bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Return the beef to the pot and add the diced tomatoes, chickpeas, kidney beans, and tomato paste.
Pour in the beef broth and sprinkle with cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Stir to combine all ingredients and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
Stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.
Serve hot, garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2210 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.0 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 281 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 5619 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.7 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 65.1 g | 232% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.8 g | ||
| Protein | 162.3 g | 325% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 760 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 37.7 mg | 209% | |
| Potassium | 5791 mg | 123% | |
*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.
