Mixed Bean Chilli

You don't need to be vegetarian or vegan to appreciate the great taste and texture of mixed bean chilli!

Replacing commonly meat-based meals with protein alternatives, such as beans, can reduce the overall fat content and increase nutrients!

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Serves 2

For this recipe you will need:

1 can mixed beans (my can had butter beans, white beans, chickpeas and red kidney beans in water)

1 can chopped tomatoes

1 red onion

Handful fresh parsley (roughly chopped)

1 red bell pepper

1 packet of chilli seasoning (I use Old El Paso)

2 garlic cloves

Extra virgin olive oil

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Method:

1) Take a large frying pan, place it onto a medium/high heat and pour in a little extra virgin olive oil.

2) Crush and roughly chop your garlic cloves and throw them into the hot oil.

3) While the garlic is browning, dice your onion and bell pepper and add them to the pan.

4) Toss the onions and peppers back and forth until they are half way cooked.

5) Turn the hob down to low/medium.

6) Drain your can of mixed beans and empty them into your pan.

7) Next, add the canned tomatoes and stir.

8) Add your choice of chilli seasoning and parsley and allow your chilli to simmer for 10-15 minutes (or until your beans are soft).

9) Take off the heat and serve with rice or tortillas!

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Nutritional information (per serving):

Total fat - 1.5g

Total calories - 160 calories

Disclaimer: Please bear in mind that the nutritional information given in this blog is subject to the brands that are used, as well as the online information provided for each brand.