Lima Bean Meatless Chili

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 7
Flavorful Lima Bean Meatless Chili recipe
in Vegetarian

Prep

480 min (including soaking time)

Cook

60-75 min

Ready In

540-555 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb dried baby lima beans or 1 lb regular size lima beans
1 jar tomatoes
3 large onions , cut to size of 25 cent piece
1 package onion soup mix
4 stalks celery , cut up
1 -2 bell pepper , cut up
sliced mushrooms ( optional )
salt and pepper
chili pepper , to taste and may be omitted ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
330
Sugar
10g
Fat
1g
Lima Bean Meatless Chili is a filling and hearty vegetarian dish that's perfect for colder weather. Baby lima beans or regular size lima beans are cooked until tender, then combined with sautéed onions, celery, and bell pepper, and finished off with a blend of tomatoes and onion soup mix. This chili recipe is rich in flavor and is sure to satisfy even the hungriest of appetites. It can be served as a main dish or as a side to other classic comfort foods like cornbread or mac and cheese.

Instructions

1.Rinse the beans and soak them overnight in cold water.
2.Drain the beans and add to a pot with fresh water, enough to cover the beans, and bring to a boil.
3.Simmer the beans for 2-3 hours, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
4.In a large pot, sauté the onions, celery, and bell pepper until soft.
5.Add the tomatoes, onion soup mix, and sliced mushrooms (if using) and bring to a boil.
6.Reduce heat to low, add the cooked beans and simmer for 30-45 minutes.
7.Season with salt, pepper, and chili pepper (if using). Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This meatless chili is packed with flavor and a great source of protein and fiber.

It’s a delicious and hearty vegetarian alternative to traditional chili recipes.

CONS

The beans need to be soaked overnight and then cooked for several hours, so this recipe requires some time and planning ahead.

Some people may find the texture of lima beans to be unpleasant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lima beans are a great source of protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients.
They can help regulate blood sugar levels and may reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.

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