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Beef and Bean Chile Verde

Beef and Bean Chile Verde

155 Ratings
155 Ratings
Recipe Image
Bowl of beef and bean chili verde with a spoon and pita chips in the background
Makes: 6 Servings
Total Cost: $$$$

This recipe blends flavors and packs a nutritional punch as a source of iron, vitamin C, and fiber. Bell pepper, onion, and tomatoes bring color to the dish.

Ingredients

  • 2/3 pound ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1 bell pepper, large (chopped)
  • 1 onion, large (chopped)
  • 6 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, low-sodium (14.5 ounces)
  • 1 3/4 cups green salsa (or enchilada sauce, 1-16 ounce jar)
  • 1 can pinto or kidney beans, low-sodium (rinsed and drained, 15 ounces)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Place meat, bell pepper, tomatoes, and onion in large sauce pan. Heat on medium 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently until the meat is browned; drain fat.
  3. Add garlic, chili powder and cumin; cook until fragrant (15 seconds).
  4. Stir in salsa and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer; cover and cook 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add beans and cook until heated.

Notes

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Source:

Simple Healthy Recipes
Oklahoma Nutrition Information and Education
ONIE Project

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 201
Total Fat 6 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Cholesterol 32 mg
Sodium 630 mg
Carbohydrates 23 g
Dietary Fiber 7 g
Total Sugars 6 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 15 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 91 mg
Iron 4 mg
Potassium 781 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 201
Total Fat 6 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 32 mg
Carbohydrates 23 g
Dietary Fiber 7 g
Total Sugars 6 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 15 g
Minerals
Calcium 91 mg
Potassium 781 mg
Sodium 630 mg
Copper 311 mcg
Iron 4 mg
Magnesium 64 mg
Phosphorus 216 mg
Selenium 12 mcg
Zinc 3 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 37 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.5 mg
Vitamin B12 1.1 mg
Vitamin C 40 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 2 mg
Vitamin K 17 mcg
Folate 39 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.2 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 5 mg
Choline 61 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1 1/2 cups
Protein Foods 3 ounces

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