Low Fat Chilli Sin Carne

Warm up your taste buds with this hearty and satisfying Low Fat Chilli Sin Carne, a perfect plant-based twist on a classic comfort food. Loaded with vibrant bell peppers, sweet corn, protein-packed kidney and black beans, and an aromatic blend of spices like chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin, this vegan chili delivers all the bold, smoky flavors you crave—without the extra calories. It's a one-pot wonder that’s quick to make, ready in just 50 minutes, and ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnished with fresh cilantro and customizable with an optional cayenne kick, this low-fat, high-fiber recipe is a wholesome and delicious way to keep things light and flavorful. Serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with rice, a crusty bread roll, or your favorite toppings for a soul-soothing feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 400 grams canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 400 grams canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 200 grams canned corn, drained
• 500 milliliters vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and diced carrots. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), kidney beans, black beans, corn, and vegetable stock to the pot.

Step 5

Mix in the tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Once the chili has thickened to your liking, remove it from the heat.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2585.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1632.5

Total Fat 38.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 8mg	0%
Sodium 6232.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 77.9g	0%
Total Sugars 58.5g
Protein 71.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 653.3mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 6198.3mg	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: 20.0%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 63.4%