Description
Warm up with this nourishing Superfood Quinoa Chili, a vibrant and hearty dish that combines protein-packed quinoa, black beans, and colorful vegetables for a comforting meal perfect for chilly nights or game day gatherings. With its rich aroma and customizable flavors, this chili is sure to become your new go-to comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Chop onions and bell peppers; mince garlic.
- Saut? aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Saut? onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add vegetables: Stir in diced bell peppers and cook for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in spices: Add chili powder and cumin; mix well for about 2 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Combine ingredients: Add quinoa, black beans, diced tomatoes (with juices), and vegetable broth to the pot.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until quinoa is fluffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg