Vegetarian Thai Quinoa Chili
A big batch of chili brings to mind tailgating parties and state fair cookoffs, but the truth is, chili can be one heck of a clean eating rock star. This version is full of veggies, whole grains, lean protein and complex carbs. The Thai flavors of this dish add a special delicious dash of interest.
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 13 of 14 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 13 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Coconut | 1/2 cup shredded (40g) | 283 |
| Quinoa | 1 cup cooked (185g) | 222 |
| Potato | 1 medium (173g) baked | 161 |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Yogurt | 170g plain Greek | 100 |
| Onion | 1 medium (110g) | 44 |
| Bell Pepper | 1 medium (119g) | 31 |
| Tomato | 1 medium (123g) | 22 |
| Chili | 1 tsp (2.7g) | 8 |
| Cumin | 1 tsp ground (2.1g) | 8 |
| Black Pepper | 1 tsp ground (2.3g) | 6 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| 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 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 4 cups vegetable broth, divided
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 large green pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cans dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup dry quinoa, rinsed
- 1/2 cup light coconut milk
- 1-28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sliced green onions, for serving
- Plain Greek yogurt, for serving