Dairy-Free Hearty Beef and Bean Chili

Warm up your kitchen with this comforting and flavor-packed Dairy-Free Hearty Beef and Bean Chili. Bursting with robust spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this one-pot wonder combines tender ground beef, a medley of three hearty beans, and the vibrant crunch of bell peppers. Slow-simmered in a rich tomato broth, this dairy-free chili is a wholesome, satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a high-protein, crowd-pleasing recipe that’s as versatile as it is delicious—top it with fresh cilantro, squeeze on some lime, and serve with your favorite sides for a complete feast. Whether you’re meal prepping or feeding a hungry family, this chili is guaranteed to hit the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, chopped (any color) bell peppers
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned kidney beans
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned black beans
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned pinto beans
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 0.25 cup, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh cilantro
• 1 for serving lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Break it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped bell peppers and let them cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans to the pot.

Step 6

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot.

Step 9

Let the chili simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Step 11

Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro on top, if desired, and lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the chili.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3555.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3376.3

Total Fat 144.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 337.0mg	0%
Sodium 8682.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 357.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 126.1g	0%
Total Sugars 54.2g
Protein 188.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 988.4mg	0%
Iron 53.3mg	0%
Potassium 9769.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 41.1%