Yes-You-Can MEATLESS CHILI

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Kidney beans provide similar texture and flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: banana pepper

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Green bell pepper offers crunch without heat.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth enhances flavor without extra cost.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and diced bell pepper; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add diced jalapeño, cumin, chili powder, and oregano; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in tomato sauce and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.

Add soaked black beans and reduce heat to low.

Simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in lime juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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