Boston Black Bean Chili

Hearty, comforting, and bursting with bold flavors, Boston Black Bean Chili is a vibrant twist on a classic chili recipe. Loaded with wholesome ingredients like black beans, bell peppers, carrots, and a rich blend of smoky spices, this vegetarian chili is both satisfying and nutritious. Simmered to perfection with diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a splash of vegetable broth, each spoonful delivers a deliciously robust and slightly smoky depth of flavor. Ready in just under an hour, this chili is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Garnish with fresh cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, or a squeeze of lime, and serve with crispy tortilla chips for the ultimate comfort meal. Whether you're craving a healthy dinner idea or meal-prepping for the week, Boston Black Bean Chili checks all the boxes!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups black beans, cooked and rinsed
• 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juices
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 0 sour cream (optional for serving)
• 0 lime wedges (optional for serving)
• 0 tortilla chips (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and carrot to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the black beans, diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and the bay leaf.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed, removing the bay leaf before serving.

Step 8

Serve the chili hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. Optionally, top with sour cream, a squeeze of lime juice, and serve alongside tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2639.1 grams (2639.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1536

Total Fat 43.50g	56%
Saturated Fat 9.10g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 15mg	5%
Sodium 3723mg	162%
Total Carbohydrate 232.50g	85%
Dietary Fiber 72.10g	258%
Total Sugars 57.60g
Protein 68.90g	138%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 522mg	40%
Iron 25mg	138%
Potassium 5879mg	125%

*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: 24.5%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 58.2%