Easy Lentil Chili (Printer-Friendly Version)

# Shopping List:

→ Protein and Beans

01 - 400 g cooked lentils
02 - 400 g ground beef

→ Veggies

03 - 15 cherry tomatoes
04 - 3 assorted bell peppers
05 - 1 red onion
06 - 2 avocados (optional)
07 - 400 g tomato puree

→ Spices and Seasoning

08 - 1 tsp chili powder
09 - A pinch of salt to taste
10 - 1 tbsp olive oil
11 - 1 tsp oregano
12 - As much pepper as you'd like

# Let's Cook:

01 - Dice the red onion as finely as you can. Slice the bell peppers into small cubes after you remove the seeds. Cut your cherry tomatoes in half.
02 - Heat up some olive oil in a big pan or skillet. Toss in the onions and sauté them for a few minutes. Add the bell peppers and keep cooking them for five more minutes.
03 - Mix in the ground beef. Once it starts browning, stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, tomato puree, oregano, chili powder, and then season it with salt and pepper to your liking.
04 - Cover the pan and let it cook gently for 15 minutes. Stir in the lentils and keep cooking for another five minutes.
05 - If you'd like, slice an avocado in half and serve it alongside the chili.

# Cook's Tips:

01 - This is a hearty recipe perfect for families.
02 - Loaded with protein, it’s a well-rounded meal.
03 - You can make it ahead of time, no problem.
04 - Stores really well in the fridge.