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Beef and Bean Chile Verde

Bowl of beef and bean chili verde with a spoon and pita chips in the background
Makes: 6 Servings

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 90% lean ground beef
  • 1 large bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 can no salt added diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 6 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 cups fresh tomatillos (chopped or 16 ounce jar of enchilada sauce)
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1 can low-sodium pinto or kidney beans (15 ounce can - rinsed and drained)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Place meat, bell pepper, tomatoes, and onion in large sauce pan. Cook over medium heat for 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 tomatillos and vingear 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 187
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Cholesterol 29 mg
Sodium 183 mg
Carbohydrates 22 g
Dietary Fiber 7 g
Total Sugars 6 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 14 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 92 mg
Iron 4 mg
Potassium 714 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 187
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 1 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 29 mg
Carbohydrates 22 g
Dietary Fiber 7 g
Total Sugars 6 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 14 g
Minerals
Calcium 92 mg
Potassium 714 mg
Sodium 183 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 4 mg
Magnesium 59 mg
Phosphorus 197 mg
Selenium 11 mg
Zinc 3 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 44 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.5 mg
Vitamin B12 1.0 mcg
Vitamin C 31 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 2 mg
Vitamin K 12 mcg
Folate 37 mcg
Thiamin 0.5 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 4 mg
Choline 56 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Protein Foods 1 ounces
Vegetables 1 1/4 cups