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Three Bean Chili

Enjoy a delicious medley of beans in our Three Bean Chili. Packed with protein-rich black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans, this hearty dish is bursting with flavor and nutrition. Combined with savory spices and a tangy tomato base, it's a comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.
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Course Chilis

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 1 zucchini diced
  • 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 can 6 oz tomato paste
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese sour cream, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, tortilla chips

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, diced carrot, and diced zucchini to the pot, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  • Stir in the drained and rinsed kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans, along with the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together and the chili to thicken.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt and pepper if desired.
  • Ladle the hot Three Bean Chili into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and tortilla chips.
  • Serve the chili piping hot, and enjoy the comforting flavors of this delicious and nutritious dish!

Notes

Warm up your soul with a bowl of Three Bean Chili. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply looking to add more plant-based meals to your diet, this recipe is a winner. So gather your ingredients, set the pot on the stove, and get ready to savor every spoonful of this flavorful and filling chili!