Quick Black Bean Chili

By erinp

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 320
Total Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 19g
Sodium: 1480mg
Fiber: 18g

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup coarsely chopped red bell pepper
• 2 T finely chopped jalapeno pepper
• 2 T snipped cilantro
• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• 2 garlic cloves, pressed
• 2 cans (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (16 oz) fat-free refried beans
• 1 can (14 oz) fat-free vegetable broth
• 1 T lime juice
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• Queso fresco (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Saute the chopped onion, bell pepper, jalapeno and garlic for 3 minutes in the vegetable oil.

2. Add the black beans, refried beans, broth, lime juice and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes.

3. Remove from heat; stir in cilantro. Serve and sprinkle with cheese, if desired.