Gluten Free Black Bean and Hominy Chili Recipe

               
This hearty vegetarian chili recipe features hominy (dried corn kernels often used for tortillas and grits), tomatoes, black beans, and an array of mouthwatering Southwestern spices.
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Ingredients
Recipe yields 10 servings
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 oz) crushed tomatoes
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup water
1 can (14.5 oz) hominy, rinsed and drained
1 Tbsp cornmeal (optional)
1/8 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt (gluten free if needed)
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 scallion, chopped and for garnish
Lime wedges
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Directions
Step 1

In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic and sauté until onion softens, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Mix in chili powder, cumin, cayenne and oregano and stir for 2 minutes. Add the beans, tomatoes, broth, water and hominy. Bring chili to a boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium low and simmer until flavors blend and chili thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Add cornmeal if desired thickness is not achieved and cook 10 minutes more. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 4

Serve garnished with Greek yogurt, cilantro, scallion and lime wedges, if desired.

Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 88
Make this for: Healthy Kids Heart Healthy
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 1 cup
Per serving:
calories:88
total fat:2g
sat fat:0g
cholesterol:0mg
sodium:242mg
total carb:14g
fibers:4g
proteins:3g

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About This Healthy Recipe

Looking for a healthy chili recipe that is quick and easy to make? This gluten-free black bean and hominy chili recipe fits the bill! This low-fat chili recipe contains 0 grams of saturated fat and just 242 mg of sodium making it a great option for anyone following a heart-healthy diet. In addition to being a heart-healthy chili, this recipe is also diabetic-friendly. With just 14 grams of carbohydrates per serving, this recipe is perfect for anyone in search of a diabetic-friendly chili recipe. While it may seem that this chili is too good to be true, it just keeps getting better! Although most chili recipes are loaded with fat and calories, this recipe contains just 88 calories per serving, allowing you to indulge in this hearty recipe guilt-free. This simple recipe can be ready in just 45 minutes. Enjoy!

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Gluten Free Black Bean and Hominy Chili Recipe

Ingredients
Recipe yields 10 servings
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 oz) crushed tomatoes
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup water
1 can (14.5 oz) hominy, rinsed and drained
1 Tbsp cornmeal (optional)
1/8 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt (gluten free if needed)
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 scallion, chopped and for garnish
Lime wedges
Directions
Step 1

In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic and sauté until onion softens, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Mix in chili powder, cumin, cayenne and oregano and stir for 2 minutes. Add the beans, tomatoes, broth, water and hominy. Bring chili to a boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium low and simmer until flavors blend and chili thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Add cornmeal if desired thickness is not achieved and cook 10 minutes more. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 4

Serve garnished with Greek yogurt, cilantro, scallion and lime wedges, if desired.

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