Maria MarloweNothing hits the spot like a piping hot bowl of chili on a cold fall or winter day. If you’re looking for a healthier spin, this meat-less superfood chili is sure to please.
Benefits of Superfood Chili
Turmeric: A staple in Indian food and Ayurvedic medicine, turmeric is most well known for it’s anti-inflammatory benefits.
Mushrooms: Mushrooms support immune system function. This recipe calls for Portobello mushrooms. Bonus: studies show that replacing meat with mushrooms aids in weight loss. (1)
Beans: High in protein and fiber, beans are a wonderful weight-loss food. They contain a variety of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Studies show that people who eat legumes regularly not only lower their risk of heart disease but shrink their waistline!
Superfood Chili
Serves: 4 // Time: 30 min
Ingredients
1 cup carrot, diced
1 cup celery, diced
3-4 Tbsp. barleans coconut oil
3/4 cup yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic
1 jalapeno, diced
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp chipotle chile powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
2 bay leaves
1 16 oz jar favorite salsa
2 cups veggie broth
2 15 oz cans chili beans (or choose a mix of pinto, kidney, and/or black beans)
1/2 cup of portobello mushrooms, diced
salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat pot over medium heat, add oil to coat bottom of pot.
- Saute onion for 3-4 minutes, until soft but not browned. Add garlic, and cook another 1-2 minutes. Next add the carrot, celery, and jalapeño, stirring well to coat in the oil. Cook about 7 minutes.
- Next, add all spices (except salt), salsa, and beans, and stir well. Add 1 cup of broth, allowing to cook down and for the liquid to be mostly absorbed, about 7 minutes. Add the additional cup of broth, and mushrooms if using, and continue cooking for another 8-12 minutes, until carrots and celery are soft, but not mushy. Salt to taste.
Notes
This chili is thick, but if you prefer a thinner, soupier version, simply add more vegetable broth until you reach your desired consistency.
Get the printable recipe here.
About the Author: Maria Marlowe is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who has helped thousands of people improve their health by optimizing their diet. She has created meal plans and programs to help you lose weight, clear up acne, and spend less time in the kitchen yet still eat healthy.
She has been featured in Vogue, The New York Times, NBC, Well + Good, and more. Her first book, The Real Food Grocery Guide, will teach you how to eat healthy without going broke.
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