HEALTHY LENTIL CHILI
This hearty vegetarian chili is both nutritious and satisfying, thanks to the protein-packed navy beans and brown lentils. We added a generous dose of dried spices and other pantry staples to boost the flavor and make this dish accessible for any night of the week.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of black pepper. Cook until vegetables are just tender and browned in spots, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, oregano and cumin, then continue to cook until fragrant and brick-red in color, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, beans (and their liquid), lentils, bay leaf, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a couple grinds of black pepper. Bring to a steady simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Partially cover with a lid and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender and the chili has thickened slightly, 35 to 45 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf and stir in the vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve with toppings as desired.
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kelisha cal
[email protected]This chili is amazing! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. I love the combination of lentils and spices, and it's a really hearty and flavorful dish. I also like that it's healthy and filling.
Minhaj Afzal
[email protected]I didn't like this chili. The lentils were too mushy and the flavor was too bland. I would not recommend this recipe.
Bamuda Soja
[email protected]This chili is a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more spices to it. I also found that the lentils were a bit too mushy.
Mintesnot Teferi
[email protected]I've made this chili with both beef and turkey. I like the beef version better, but the turkey version is still really good. I also like to add some chopped carrots and celery to the chili.
Sukruthy jomon
[email protected]This chili is really easy to make. I love that I can just throw everything in a pot and let it simmer. I also like that it's a healthy and affordable meal.
Abubakari Rahama
[email protected]I made this chili for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great dish to serve to a crowd. I also like that it's easy to make and can be made ahead of time.
George Kwaku
[email protected]This chili is a bit spicy, but I like that. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day. I also like that it's healthy and filling.
Mohbul Haque
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this chili. The spices were well-balanced and the lentils were cooked perfectly.
Mahfujulamin Mahi
[email protected]This chili is amazing! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. I love the combination of lentils and spices, and it's a really hearty and flavorful dish.
Shekh Motab786
[email protected]I didn't like this chili. The lentils were too mushy and the flavor was too bland.
ayb pro
[email protected]This chili is a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more spices to it.
Carol Springer
[email protected]I love that this chili is healthy and filling. It's a great way to get a healthy meal without feeling deprived.
Ross Dk
[email protected]I added some chopped carrots and celery to this chili and it turned out great. It's a great way to add some extra vegetables to your diet.
kiran kiran
[email protected]I've made this chili with both beef and turkey. I like the beef version better, but the turkey version is still really good.
NEW 027056
[email protected]This chili is really easy to make. I love that I can just throw everything in a pot and let it simmer.
Sami mahmood
[email protected]I made this chili for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great dish to serve to a crowd.
RhinoCraft78u
[email protected]This chili is a bit spicy, but I like that. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.
Talha Shaikh
[email protected]I love the combination of lentils and spices in this chili. It's a really hearty and flavorful dish.
Ashly Lopez
[email protected]This chili is amazing! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great.