Lentil Chili

47 Reviews

“This makes for a pleasant alternative to your standard chili. It's also much lower in fat and has no meat! Enjoy! This recipe is from the WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association. Preparation time: 15 minutes.” - by Robyn Webb

Directions

In a large pot over medium high heat, combine the oil, onion and garlic and saute for 5 minutes. Stir in the lentils and bulgur wheat. Add the broth, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
281 cal
14%

Fat
6.1 g
9%

Carbs
45 g
15%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (47)

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JRIPLEY

Jan. 1, 2004

"This is an excellent recipe and I highly recommend it. I like to increase the chili powder a bit to make it hotter. As a note, I have found that I need to simmer the lentils in water for 20 minutes ..." See morethen drain prior to making the chili otherwise they stay too firm and need much more liquid than the recipe calls for."

Julie L

Oct. 4, 2010

"Best vegetarian chili I EVER had, husband loved it as well. The only thing I did different is I added 1 can of kidney beans because I love them in chili. It was superb. Thank you for this wonderful re..." See morecipe which I will be making often!"

susigecko

Jul. 8, 2008

"I really enjoyed making this recipe! Like some of the other reviewers, I prepped my lentils ahead of time by boiling them for a bit before I ever started the chili. I also had to add water to the mi..." See morex since the chicken stock soaked up pretty quickly, but then, that might have just been me. I like just a tiny bit of spice and the two tablespoons was plenty. It was a really easy one to make, and nice and filling as well!"

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