Crockpot Turkey and Vegetable Chili
This recipe is suitable for diabetes management as it contains lean protein, high fiber vegetables, and low glycemic index ingredients. Be mindful of portion sizes and carbohydrate intake from beans and corn.
Adapted from Bowl of Delicious
- Diabetes
- Celiac
- Hashimoto's
- Dairy-free
- High blood pressure
- Balanced
- Gluten-free
- High-fibre
- DASH diet
- Hyperparathyroidism
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs. ground turkey (uncooked)
- 28 oz. canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken stock/broth (vegetable broth or water can also be used)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced (or any color bell pepper))
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 3-4 cloves garlic (finely chopped or minced)
- 1 zucchini (diced)
- 1 cup frozen corn (or fresh)
- 15 oz. canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (omit for a mild version)
- kosher salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Method
- Combine all ingredients except cilantro in a slow cooker and stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.480 min timer
- Stir in cilantro and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serving suggestion: serve on top of brown rice with fixings such as chopped green onions, extra cilantro, avocado, sour cream/Greek yogurt, hot sauce, etc. for toppings.
Diabetes check: watch for added sugar, sweet sauces and glazes, juice, and large portions of refined carbs. Gluten gives food ideas, not medical advice: always check labels for allergens and cross-contact.
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