Low Fat Lean Beef Chili Con Carne

Warm up your mealtime with this hearty and flavorful Low Fat Lean Beef Chili Con Carne, a guilt-free twist on the classic comfort food! Packed with protein from lean ground beef and fiber-rich kidney beans, this chili is a nutritious yet satisfying dish perfect for lunch or dinner. Freshly sautéed onions, garlic, and vibrant bell peppers blend seamlessly with smoky paprika, chili powder, and ground cumin, creating a rich, savory base that's simmered to perfection in low-sodium beef broth. With just 20 minutes of prep and an hour of cooking, this wholesome chili is a simple and delicious one-pot wonder. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with a light whole-grain side for a balanced, low-fat meal that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Lean ground beef
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 large Onion
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 large Green bell pepper
• 400 g Canned diced tomatoes
• 400 g Canned red kidney beans
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 250 ml Low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tbsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add 500g of lean ground beef to the pot. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

While the beef is browning, finely chop 1 large onion and mince 3 garlic cloves.

Step 4

Dice 1 large red bell pepper and 1 large green bell pepper.

Step 5

Once the beef is browned, add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 6

Add the diced red and green bell peppers to the pot and sauté for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and mix well until the vegetables and beef are coated.

Step 8

Add 400g of canned diced tomatoes and 400g of canned red kidney beans (drained and rinsed) to the pot.

Step 9

Pour in 250ml of low-sodium beef broth and stir to combine.

Step 10

Season with 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 11

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot, lower the heat, and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2150.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1700.4

Total Fat 66.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 317.8mg	0%
Sodium 3572.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.5g	0%
Total Sugars 36.8g
Protein 138.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 379.2mg	0%
Iron 28.4mg	0%
Potassium 3543.3mg	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: 35.1%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 32.3%