Spanish Lentil Chili

This lentils chili has robust flavor and mild heat. Perfect for taste buds on all scales, plus is it quick and easy to make.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 8  ounces dried brown lentils
• 4  cups water
• 2  tablespoons  extra-virgin olive oil
• 1  onion, medium
• 5  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  red bell pepper, large, diced
• 1⁄2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 64  ounces low sodium chicken broth
• 29  ounces no-salt-added diced tomatoes
• 24  ounces tomato paste
• 1  bay leaf
• 4  teaspoons chili powder
• 1  teaspoon sea salt

Directions

1. Bring water to a boil in a medium pot.
2. Once boiling add lentils and simmer on high for 30 minutes or until done.
3. Meanwhile, in large skillet, add olive oil and sauté onion and garlic for approximately 4 minutes.
4. Add diced red pepper till soft, approximately 2 minutes then add chopped cilantro and cook for approximately 1 minute.
5. Add chicken stock, diced tomatoes, tomato paste and bay leaf, bring to a boil.
6. Add chili powder, sea salt and pepper and continue to boil for approximately 10 minutes, reduce heat to low.
7. Add cooked, drained lentils cover and simmer for 20 minutes.