Lentil Chili
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Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground beef (15% fat)
- 1 1/2 cups onion (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (crushed)
- 2 cups lentils (cooked, drained)
- 2 cans tomatoes, low-sodium, diced or crushed (29 ounce or 2 cans 14 1/2 ounce)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- cumin, ground (1/2 teaspoon, optional)
Instructions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- In a large saucepan, brown beef over medium-high heat, breaking it into bite sized pieces. Drain fat.
- Add onion and garlic and cook until softened.
- Add lentils, tomatoes, chili powder, and cumin. Cook for about 1 hour until flavors are blended.
- Serve hot, topped with your favorite chili toppings.
Nutrition
| Calories | 183 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 14 g |
| Total Fat | 5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 24 mg |
| Sodium | 92 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 23 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 8 g |
U.S. Department of Agriculture, MyPlate Kitchen (public domain), via the Internet Archive. Source: Montana State University Extension Service Nutrition Education Program