Lentil Chili
Lentils, tomatoes, and ground beef are a winning combination in the lentil chili. This recipe packs 9 grams of fiber per serving. Flavorful and filling.
- 6 Servings
- $3.00 - $5.99
Lentil Chili
Lentils, tomatoes, and ground beef are a winning combination in the lentil chili. This recipe packs 9 grams of fiber per serving. Flavorful and filling.
- 6 Servings
- $3.00 - $5.99
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 1/2 cups onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 cups lentils
- 2 cans tomatoes, low-sodium, diced or crushed
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- cumin, ground
Steps
1
Wash hands with soap and water.
2
In a large saucepan, brown beef over medium-high heat, breaking it into bite sized pieces. Drain fat.
3
Add onion and garlic and cook until softened.
4
Add lentils, tomatoes, chili powder, and cumin. Cook for about 1 hour until flavors are blended.
5
Serve hot, topped with your favorite chili toppings.
Ingredients
Serving Size: 1 cup, 1/6 of recipe
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 183 |
| Total Fat | 5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
| Linoleic Acid | 0 g |
| α-Linolenic Acid | 0.1 g |
| Omega 3 - EPA | 1 mg |
| Omega 3 - DHA | 0 mg |
| Cholesterol | 24 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 23 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 8 g |
| Total Sugars | 6 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 75 mg |
| Potassium | 676 mg |
| Sodium | 92 mg |
| Copper | 307 mcg |
| Iron | 5 mg |
| Magnesium | 50 mg |
| Phosphorus | 216 mg |
| Selenium | 8 mcg |
| Zinc | 3 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 28 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin C | 17 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg |
| Vitamin K | 7 mcg |
| Folate | 136 mcg DFE |
| Thiamin | 0.2 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin | 3 mg |
| Choline | 56 mg |
Source:
- Montana State University Extension Service
- Nutrition Education Program