Vegetarian Black Bean Chili Recipe

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are high in protein and fiber, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade stock can be lower in sodium and more flavorful, while water is a cost-effective base.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Zucchini adds nutrition while canned tomatoes can be less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: fresh lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice has a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Add the onion and cook until softened, for 5 minutes.

Add the bell pepper and garlic, and cook until softened, for another 5 minutes.

Stir in the spices and cook until fragrant, for about 2 minutes.

Pour in the tomatoes, tomato puree, black beans, and chicken stock.

Season with salt and black pepper, and add the cocoa powder. Stir well to combine.

Simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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