Low Fat 5 Bean Chili

Packed with wholesome plant-based protein and vibrant flavors, this Low Fat 5 Bean Chili is a hearty and nutritious one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead meal prep. Made with a medley of five different beans—black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, chickpeas, and cannellini beans—this chili is both filling and fiber-rich, while keeping fat content to a minimum. Fresh vegetables like red and green bell peppers, diced onion, and garlic infuse the dish with natural sweetness, balanced by smoky paprika, zesty chili powder, and fragrant cumin. Simmered in a flavorful base of diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, this easy chili recipe comes together in under an hour and serves a crowd, making it a great option for batch cooking. Enjoy it as a comforting bowl on its own, or pair it with crusty bread or a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt for added flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 15 ounces canned black beans
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans
• 15 ounces canned pinto beans
• 15 ounces canned chickpeas
• 15 ounces canned cannellini beans
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 whole bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute.

Step 4

Add the diced red and green bell peppers and cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Drain and rinse the black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, chickpeas, and cannellini beans.

Step 6

Add all the drained beans to the pot, along with the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Stir the mixture well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 9

Drop in a bay leaf and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 10

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for approximately 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your delicious and nutritious Low Fat 5 Bean Chili.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3879.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2978.4

Total Fat 58.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 15.9mg	0%
Sodium 10676.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 481.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 161.6g	0%
Total Sugars 61.0g
Protein 152.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1296.5mg	0%
Iron 59.1mg	0%
Potassium 10400.7mg	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: 17.2%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 62.9%