simple and soothing bean and vegetable chili, prepare in bulk and freeze for future meals

Enlightened Youth
2 min readApr 17, 2023

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Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 carrots, chopped

2 celery stalks, chopped

1 zucchini, chopped

2 cups cooked kidney beans or black beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes

4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

1 tablespoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat the olive oil or coconut oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.

Add the carrots, celery, and zucchini, and sauté for another 3–4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Stir in the cooked beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, and coriander. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.

Season the chili with salt and pepper, to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

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Enlightened Youth
Enlightened Youth

Written by Enlightened Youth

Cultivating a Generation of Buddhas: Nurturing wisdom, compassion, and equanimity in today's youth to create a mindful and enlightened future.

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