VEGETARIAN THREE-BEAN CHILI

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This chili is also delicious served over white or brown rice or with warmed tortillas on the side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
1/2 jalapeno chile, seeded and minced
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, preferably Mexican, crumbled
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 chipotle chile canned in adobo sauce, minced
1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes, drained and crushed
1 bay leaf
1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed, leaves cut into 1-inch pieces (5 cups)
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus sprigs for garnish
1 avocado, peeled and sliced, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add carrots, onion, jalapeno, and garlic, and cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Add oregano, cumin, chili powder, and chipotle, and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, bay leaf, beans, water, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 1 hour.
  • Discard bay leaf. Add Swiss chard, and cook, uncovered, until mixture has thickened slightly, about 20 minutes. Stir in chopped cilantro. Garnish with avocado and cilantro sprigs, and serve with lime.

Ivan Calico
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this chili. It was so flavorful and satisfying.


Md Rupom
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This chili is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make.


Komol Biswas
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian chili recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


faraz Brohi
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I made this chili for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


R- Series
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover beans. It's also a great source of protein and fiber.


Christopher Gaul
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I love this chili! It's so flavorful and hearty. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Alina Akhter
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This chili was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Sajidhussain Official
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I made this chili for my family and they all loved it! It was the perfect comfort food on a cold winter night.


Le Asim
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This chili was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it, even my meat-eating friends. The recipe was easy to follow and the chili was ready in no time.


Sakhawat Ali 786
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this chili. It was hearty and flavorful, and the beans were a great source of protein. I'll definitely be making this again!


Aya Benkirane
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This chili was absolutely delicious! The beans were cooked perfectly and the flavors were so rich and flavorful. I added a bit of extra spice with some cayenne pepper and it was perfect. My family loved it and we will definitely be making this again