Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 10 of 11 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 10 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Black Bean | 1/2 cup canned (120g) drained | 114 |
| Onion | 1 medium (110g) | 44 |
| Bell Pepper | 1 medium (119g) | 31 |
| Tomato | 1 medium (123g) | 22 |
| Chili | 1 tsp (2.7g) | 8 |
| Oregano | 1 tsp dried (1.8g) | 5 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Thyme | 1 tsp dried (1.4g) | 4 |
| Basil | 5 leaves fresh (2.5g) | 1 |
| Red Kidney Bean | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 can red kidney beans , drained
- 1 can black beans , drained
- 2 cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 small can of tomato paste
- 2 cloves garlic , diced
- 1 medium onion , chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper , chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp thyme , basil , oregano , or other spice
Directions
Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large pot.
Add garlic and onion and cook until the onion is translucent (more clear than white).
Add peppers and sauté for a few minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and spices.
When mixture is bubbling, reduce heat to simmer and add beans. Cover and simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the better it tastes.