Details

• Servings: 10
• Serving Size: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (16 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 can (14.5 oz) hominy, rinsed and drained
• 1 Tbsp cornmeal (optional)
• 1/8 tsp salt
• Black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt (gluten free if needed)
• 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 scallion, chopped and for garnish
• Lime wedges

Preparation

1. In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic and sauté until onion softens, about 10 minutes.
2. Mix in chili powder, cumin, cayenne and oregano and stir for 2 minutes. Add the beans, tomatoes, broth, water and hominy. Bring chili to a boil, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer until flavors blend and chili thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Add cornmeal if desired thickness is not achieved and cook 10 minutes more. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Serve garnished with Greek yogurt, cilantro, scallion and lime wedges, if desired.