Saturday, February 9, 2019

Spicy Vegetarian Chili


I found this recipe on the Weight Watchers site.  I’ve adjusted it slightly, but that has not affected the point value.  (If you’re interested, this serves 6.  One serving is approximately 1.5 cups, for only 1 Smart Point!)

Ingredients:

29 oz canned diced tomatoes, fire-roasted with garlic
3 Tbsp tomato paste
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp chili powder, regular-variety
1⁄2 tsp chili powder, chipotle-variety
1 tsp ground cumin
2 large uncooked zucchini, cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 4 cups)
2 cup(s) frozen corn kernels
15 oz canned black beans, rinsed and drained
15 oz canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium poblano chile, seeded and diced (about 1 3/4 cups)
3⁄4 cup(s) cilantro, fresh, chopped

1⁄2 cup water, or up to 1 cup if needed
3⁄4 tsp table salt, or to taste

For Garnish: Green Onions, Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream or Non-Fat Yogurt

Instructions:

In a 4-quart or larger slow cooker, combine tomatoes, tomato paste, oil, both types of chili powder and cumin. Add zucchini, corn, both types of beans and poblanos; stir to mix well.

Cover and cook on LOW setting until vegetables are tender, about 6 hours.

Stir in cilantro and enough water to desired consistency; season with salt. Yields about 1 1/2 cups per serving.

Garnish and serve!