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Lentil Chili
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Servings:
6 (285 g) as an appetizerPrep Time:
15 minutesCook Time:
60 minutes
Ingredients
Chili doesn't get any easier than this! Enjoy this dish with your favorite cornbread or a crisp, light side salad.
2 Tbsp. canola oil
1 med. onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup lentils
1 cup bulgur
3 cups low-fat, low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 cups canned diced tomatoes
2 Tbsp. chili powder
1 Tbsp. cumin
Directions
1. Heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and saute until soft (5-6 minutes).
2. Stir in the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Simmer until lentils are tender (30-40 minutes).
Nutrition
| Nutritional Facts | |
| Servings | 6 (285 g) |
| Base Nutrients | |
| Calories | 300 kcal (15%) |
| Calories from Fat | 62 kcal (0%) |
| Total Fat | 7 g (11%) |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g (4%) |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg (0%) |
| Sodium | 269 mg (11%) |
| Total Carbohydrates | 49 g (16%) |
| Dietary Fiber | 9 g (37%) |
| Protein | 15 g (26%) |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | n/a |
| Vitamin C | 11 mg (12%) |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 78 mg (6%) |
| Iron | 5 mg (29%) |
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