Black Bean Chili

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced into 1/4-inch pieces
• 1 TBS + 1-1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 6 medium cloves garlic, pressed or finely chopped
• 4 cups or 2 15 oz cans black beans, drained
• 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
• 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
• 2 TBS ground cumin
• 2 TBS red chili powder
• 2 TBS dried oregano
• 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
• 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
• salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat 1 TBS broth in a medium size soup pot. Healthy Sauté onion and bell pepper in broth over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until translucent. Add garlic, cumin, and red chili powder and continue to saute for another minute.
2. Add 1-1/2 cups broth and the rest of ingredients, except for the cilantro and corn. Simmer for another 20 minutes uncovered. Add corn and cook for another 2 minutes. Add chopped cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Highlights

Serving Suggestions

• Romaine and Avocado Salad

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