Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed (about 4 cups)
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Avocado, diced, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, until vegetables are slightly tender.
- Add cubed butternut squash, crushed tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, cannellini beans, and vegetable broth to the pot.
- Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes, or until butternut squash is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and diced avocado, if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, increase the amount of cayenne pepper.
- You can add other vegetables like corn or zucchini.
- Leftover chili can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- This chili freezes well for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 18g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg