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Tom Holland-Inspired Simple Lentil Chili (Vegetarian Version for Zendaya)

A recipe from the Celebrity Diets collection.

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Tom Holland-Inspired Simple Lentil Chili (Vegetarian Version for Zendaya)

Nutrition (per serving)

420Calories
22 gProtein
62 gCarbs
10 gFat
10 gSugar
850 mgSalt

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Dry green or brown lentils (rinsed)
  • 1 large Onion (diced)
  • 3–4 Garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 can (400g) Canned kidney beans (drained)
  • 1 can (400g) Canned chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 2–3 tbsp (adjust for heat) Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth
  • 1–2 tbsp Olive oil
  • to taste Salt + black pepper

Method

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook 1 more minute.
  4. Add rinsed lentils and stir to coat in oil/onion/garlic for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 minute.
  6. Add tomato paste and cook 1–2 minutes.
  7. Pour in chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir well.
  8. Add kidney beans. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
  9. Cover and cook 35–45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender and chili thickens.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning (more chili powder, salt, or a splash of vinegar for brightness).
  11. Serve hot with rice, cornbread, or tortilla chips — Tom’s vegetarian adaptation when cooking for Zendaya.

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