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    Beanless Chili with Beef and Vegetables

    Author: Lindsey Janeiro, RDN Published: Jan 27, 2019 · Updated: Dec 3, 2021 · Leave a Comment

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    Not a fan of beans? Enjoy this beanless chili with beef and vegetables that's the perfect recipe for game day or a weeknight dinner.

    Blue crock of beanless chili with beef and vegetables

    Beanless Chili with Beef and Vegetables

    I want to preface this recipe by saying there is nothing wrong with beans, health or nutritionally speaking. This recipe was inspired by my sister who just isn't a big fan of the taste and texture of beans, so I wanted to create a chili she could enjoy, too.

    Since beans often bring a lot of fiber and other macro and micronutrients to a bowl of chili, I wanted to amp up this beanless chili with some extra vegetables. You can make the recipe as is (of course my main recommendation!) or use vegetables you have on hand or prefer. The good news is it's a pretty flexible chili recipe!

    Overhead shot of a blue soup crock filled with beanless chili with beef and vegetables.

    How to Make Beanless Chili

    This chili is pretty straightforward, like most chili recipes. Just start by browning beef in a large pot or dutch oven. Once the beef is browned, add your chopped vegetables and saute until tender. Then add your spices and diced tomatoes, give it a stir, and let simmer! And like any good chili recipe, the flavors just get better the longer you let it simmer!

    I also just want to note that I used Butcher Box grass-fed and grass-finished 85/15 ground beef in this recipe and it's SO good. Plus the convenience just can't be beat - the highest quality proteins delivered straight to your door! Check out my affiliate link to see the latest offer - currently Butcher Box is offering the NTF community free bacon, free shipping, and $15 off!

    Blue crocks of beanless chili with beef and vegetables served with cornbread on the side.

    Looking for more healthy chili recipes? Check out these Nutrition to Fit chili recipes for some more favorites!

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    If you make any of these chili recipes, be sure to comment on the post and leave a rating to share how you enjoyed it! And as always, take a picture of your NTF creations to share to social media, and don't forget to tag me @nutritiontofit, #nutritiontofit. I love to see and share your kitchen creations! Live well!

    Two blue crocks of beanless chili with beef and vegetables.

     

    Blue crock of beanless chili with beef and vegetables
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    Beanless Chili with Beef and Vegetables

    Not a fan of beans? Enjoy this beanless chili with beef and vegetables that's the perfect recipe for game day or a weeknight dinner.
    free from: gluten/ wheat, dairy, soy, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time2 hrs
    Total Time2 hrs 15 mins
    Course: Main Course, Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 237kcal
    Author: Lindsey Janeiro, RDN, CLT

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb ground beef
    • 1 onion diced
    • 1 bell pepper diced (any color)
    • 8 oz button or baby bella mushrooms sliced
    • 1 zucchini diced
    • 4 cloves garlic minced
    • 3 cans diced tomatoes (14.5 oz cans)
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
    • 1 tablespoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Brown beef in a large pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add diced vegetables and saute until tender.
    • Add tomatoes and seasonings and stir. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 1-2 hours. Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    Nutrition information calculated with 85/15 ground beef, but you're welcome to use however lean ground beef you prefer (or even ground turkey, venison, pork, chicken, etc.).

    Nutrition

    Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 488mg | Potassium: 945mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1350IU | Vitamin C: 53mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 5.2mg

    This beanless chili with beef and vegetables is the perfect recipe for game day or a weeknight dinner!

    This beanless chili with beef and vegetables is the perfect recipe for game day or a weeknight dinner!

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