Whole30 Hearty Bean and Corn Chili

Warm up with a bowl of Whole30 Hearty Bean and Corn Chili, a wholesome and satisfying dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. Perfect for those following Whole30 or looking for a hearty yet healthy chili alternative, this recipe swaps out beans for tender zucchini and delivers bold flavor with a blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Juicy ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and fire-roasted tomatoes come together in a rich tomato base, making this chili a comfort food classic with a clean-eating twist. Ready in just an hour, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that can be garnished with fresh cilantro, creamy avocado slices, and a bright squeeze of lime. Whether you're meal prepping or serving a crowd, this one-pot wonder delivers warmth and nutrition in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 small zucchini
• 0.25 cup ciantro
• 1 whole avocado
• 1 whole lime

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Dice the onion and bell peppers and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Add the bell peppers and minced garlic to the pot. Stir occasionally and cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks to about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Once the beef is browned, stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Cut the zucchini into small cubes and add them to the pot.

Step 8

Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

While the chili is simmering, roughly chop the cilantro and cut the avocado and lime for garnish.

Step 10

Once the chili has thickened and the flavors have melded, remove from heat.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2828.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2405.2

Total Fat 159.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.5g
Cholesterol 316.9mg	0%
Sodium 8100.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.6g	0%
Total Sugars 78.2g
Protein 102.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 624.6mg	0%
Iron 27.0mg	0%
Potassium 6996.4mg	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: 57.7%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 25.9%