Lighter Beef Chili

Name: Lighter Beef Chili
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower; 1 medium onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, chopped; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 pound ground beef sirloin; 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes in juice; 2 cans (15.5 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained; Assorted toppings, such as reduced-fat sour cream, sliced scallions, and baked tortilla chips, for serving (optional)

11 ingredients

15 steps

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 pound ground beef sirloin
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes in juice
2 cans (15.5 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
Assorted toppings, such as reduced-fat sour cream, sliced scallions, and baked tortilla chips, for serving (optional)

Directions

1

In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat oil over medium-high.
2

Add onion and garlic, and season with salt and pepper.
3

Cook, stiring frequently, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
4

Add tomato paste, chili powder, and cocoa powder.
5

Cook, stirring, until mixture is fragrant, about 1 minute.
6

Add beef and cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, 3 to 5 minutes.
7

Add tomatoes (with their juice) and beans.
8

Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce to a simmer, and cook until chili is slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
9

Serve with toppings, as desired.
10

(Per Serving)
11

Calories: 221
12

Fat: 7g (1.9g Saturated Fat)
13

Protein: 20.7g
14

Carbohydrates: 22.9g
15

Fiber: 5.5g