Vegetarian Quinoa Chili

You’ll probably never guess the secret ingredient in this tasty quinoa chili from The Healthy Maven, so we’ll tell you: dark chocolate. One little square deepens the flavor without breaking the calorie bank. Plus, with the quinoa providing all nine essential amino acids and each serving containing more than half your fiber quota for the day, this chili keeps you full for hours.

under 55 mins
breakfast
Updated on 10 June 2024

Ingredients for servings

    Vegetarian Quinoa Chili

  • 1 large onion chopped

  • 2 bell peppers seeded and chopped, any color

  • 0.5 cup quinoa rinsed and drained

  • 1 can of diced tomatoes

  • 2 cans of black beans drained and rinsed

  • 2 cans of kidney beans drained and rinsed

  • 1 can green chilies

  • 2 cup water or stock

  • 3 tablespoon chili powder

  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 2 teaspoon sea salt to taste

  • Black pepper to taste

  • square of dark chocolate

  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

  • In a large stockpot add onion and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cook on medium for 3–5 mins or until translucent. Add bell peppers and cook for 2 mins. Add quinoa, tomatoes, beans, green chilies, water and spices.

  • Bring pot to a boil, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

  • Remove the lid, stir and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until chili has thickened and quinoa has absorbed all the liquid.

  • Remove the lid, stir and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until chili has thickened and quinoa has absorbed all the liquid.

  • Add the dark chocolate and maple syrup, stirring until melted and combined.

  • Serve warm with avocado, cheese, sour cream or toppings of your choice.

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