Sugar-Free Hearty Lentil Chili
Cozy up with a bowl of **Sugar-Free Hearty Lentil Chili**, a nourishing, flavor-packed alternative to traditional chili that's both wholesome and satisfying. This vegan-friendly recipe brings together protein-rich lentils, hearty beans, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and celery—all simmered in a fragrant blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano for a bold, smoky kick. With 40 minutes of cooking time, the dish offers a no-sugar-added twist to classic comfort food, perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing finish, and enjoy a healthy, filling chili that's as good for your taste buds as it is for your body!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (mix of colors)
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes, no salt added
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 jalapeno pepper, minced (optional)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the chopped bell peppers, carrots, and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the diced tomatoes (undrained), vegetable broth, and rinsed lentils to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, add the kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, coriander, oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional minced jalapeno.
Stir well and let the chili simmer uncovered for another 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the chili to thicken.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Serve the chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a wedge of lime on the side for a zesty finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.9 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6123 mg | 266% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 337.3 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 109.8 g | 392% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.8 g | ||
| Protein | 96.8 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 913 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 40.0 mg | 222% | |
| Potassium | 8677 mg | 185% | |
*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.
