Description
This White Bean Chili is a must-try for its rich flavor and easy preparation. Packed with hearty ingredients, it’s perfect for a quick dinner or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4½ cups cooked white beans, 3 (15-ounce cans), drained and rinsed, divided
- 4 cups vegetable broth, divided
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 poblano pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced
- 1¼ teaspoons sea salt
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus wedges for serving
- freshly ground black pepper
- fresh cilantro
- sliced jalapeño or serrano peppers
- diced avocado
- sliced green onions
Instructions
- In a blender, combine half of the white beans (2¼ cups) with ¾ cup of vegetable broth and blend until smooth. Set this bean puree aside.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add in the chopped onion, diced poblano, sea salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the diced green chiles, chopped garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, and ground coriander. Cook, stirring, for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the remaining vegetable broth and add the rest of the white beans (2¼ cups). Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the reserved bean puree back into the pot and stir well. Continue to simmer uncovered for an additional 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve with your choice of toppings and lime wedges.
Notes
For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or serrano peppers as toppings.
This chili can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Feel free to add more veggies or beans for a heartier dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg