1 Tbsp olive oil or other plant oil
2 large or 3 small garlic cloves, minced
½ medium onion, diced
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 small zucchini or yellow squash, diced
1 medium carrot, diced
2 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp ground cumin
1 can (15 oz) puréed tomato or plain tomato sauce +
½ can water or broth
1 can (15 oz) crushed or petite diced tomatoes
1 can (15 oz) black beans or any other type of bean, rinsed and drained
1 cup corn, frozen or canned/drained
Dash of cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional toppings for serving: Diced avocado, chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, plain Greek yogurt, and/or lime wedges
STEPS
1. In a large pot or soup kettle over medium heat add the oil. Once the oil is hot, add ground meat, garlic, onions, bell peppers, zucchini or yellow squash, and carrots and saut for 7-9 minutes or until meat is cooked and no longer pink.
2. Add seasonings, tomato sauce, water, crushed tomatoes, beans, and corn. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until carrots are tender. Serve with toppings of choice.
Yield: 6 (11/3 cup) Servings
Nutrients per serving: Calories: 283; Total Fat: 8 g; Saturated Fat: 2 g; Total Carbohydrate: 33 g; Total Sugars: 9 g (Added, 0 g); Dietary Fiber: 9 g; Protein: 22 g; Sodium: 575 mg; Potassium: 972 mg; Calcium: 87 mg; Vitamin D: 10 IU; Iron: 4 mg
(lb = pound; Tbsp = Tablespoon; oz = ounce; g = gram; mg = milligrams; IU = International Units)
Used with permission from The Real Food Dietitians, therealfoodrds.com