Bison Lentil Chili

Servings
6

Ingredients
2 tsp olive oil
1 1/2 c yellow onion
2/3 c green pepper
1 tbsp + 1/2 tsp garlic
3/4 lb ground bison or beef
1/2 c Lentils, dried, spanish brown lentil or similar
2 1/2 tsp cumin
1 tbsp chili powder
2 tsp smoked paprika
1/3 c tomato paste, low sodium
1 3/4 c diced tomatoes, no salt added
1 1/4 c beef broth, low sodium
1 1/2 c kidney beans, low sodium, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 c pinto beans, low sodium, drained and rinsed
1 tsp lime juice
3 tbsp cilantro

Directions

  1. Heat oil in medium or large pot.
  2. Add onions, peppers, and garlic and saute until soft. 
  3. Add bison and cook until browned, breaking up chunks. Stir in spices and mix until bison is fully cooked and coated in spices.
  4. Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, broth, beans, lentils, and lime juice.
  5. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and allow to simmer, stirring occasionally, until chili thickens and lentils are cooked through (about 35 minutes). Add more water if too thick. 
  6. Add chopped cilantro before serving.