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Quick Bulgur Chili

Put a twist on traditional chili with this quick bulgur chili recipe. Packed with protein and fiber, it's a satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups
Calories 79 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Thick slice of sweet onion chopped
  • 2 small to medium bell peppers chopped I used 1 red and 1 green
  • 1 small can 8.5oz corn undrained
  • 1 can 15oz kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried cilantro
  • 1-2 teaspoon hot sauce to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • ½ cup 80g uncooked bulgur
  • 1 cup water

Instructions
 

  • Spray a a medium to large pot with non-stick cooking spray and heat over medium high heat. Add the onion, sprinkle with a bit of kosher salt and cook until just browning.
    Thick slice of sweet onion chopped
  • Add the peppers, stir i cooking for about a minute. Then add all the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil then cover and lower to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes without lifting the lid!
    2 small to medium bell peppers chopped, 1 small can, 1 can, 2 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1-2 teaspoon hot sauce, 1 teaspoon lime juice, ½ cup 80g uncooked bulgur, 1 cup water
  • Uncover, stir, scoop out a cup and top with a bit of shredded cheese and cilantro. I packed up the other 3 servings for lunches. This one will freeze well.
    1 tablespoon dried cilantro

Nutrition

Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 54mgPotassium: 208mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1496IUVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Bulgar, Chili
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