Description
A quick, wholesome chili made with ground meat (pork-free), beans, tomatoes, and bold spices. Ready in 45 minutes, it’s a nourishing, one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground turkey (or plant-based alternative)
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced zucchini
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup frozen corn kernels
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat
Sauté onion and garlic until softened
Add ground turkey; cook until browned
Stir in carrots, zucchini, corn, and spices
Pour in beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed
Ladle into bowls and serve warm
Notes
Substitute ground turkey with 1 cup shredded cooked chicken or 1 cup crumbled firm tofu
Add shredded cheddar cheese if dairy is allowed
Freezes well for up to 3 months
Top with fresh cilantro, avocado, or sesame seeds for extra flavor
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg