Black Bean Corn Chili Lime Delight (Printable)

Vibrant vegan bowl with black beans, sweet corn, and zesty lime for a hearty meal.

# What You Need:

→ Beans and Vegetables

01 - 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
03 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and minced
07 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
08 - 1/2 cup vegetable broth
09 - 1 medium lime, zested and juiced

→ Spices & Seasonings

10 - 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
11 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
12 - 1 tsp chili powder
13 - 1/2 tsp ground coriander
14 - 1/2 tsp sea salt, or to taste
15 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
16 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Garnishes (optional)

17 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Sliced avocado
19 - Lime wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
02 - Stir in garlic and jalapeño; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add red bell pepper and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Mix in cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, coriander, salt, and black pepper; stir well to coat vegetables.
05 - Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with their juices, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
06 - Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
07 - Stir in lime zest and juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
08 - Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, and lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The lime juice at the end brightens everything up in this unexpected way that keeps you coming back for another spoonful
  • It somehow tastes even better the next day which means lunch is already taken care of
02 -
  • I once skipped the lime zest thinking the juice would be enough and the chili still tasted good but it was missing that special something that makes people ask for the recipe
  • Letting it simmer uncovered is crucial because it helps the flavors concentrate and the texture develop into something rich and satisfying
03 -
  • If you want extra depth try roasting the corn and bell peppers in the oven before adding them to the pot
  • A splash of apple cider vinegar added along with the lime juice adds another layer of brightness

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