Papaya and Citrus Bean Chili

Name: Papaya and Citrus Bean Chili
Prep time: 15 h
Cook time: 15 h
Total time: 30 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun and Creole, Tex-Mex, Mexican
Ingredients: 1 whole Avocado; 15 oz Black Beans; 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning; 4 oz Diced Green Chiles; 1 tsp Dried Orange Peel; 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro; 1 tbsp Garlic Powder; 0.25 cup Green Onion; 2 tbsp Hot Salsa; 2 tbsp Italian Seasoning; 0.25 cup Orange Juice; 1 cup Papaya Chunks; 15 oz Pinto Beans; 0.75 cup Red Onion; 0.75 cup Water

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪Soup 🍲 Cajun and Creole 🇺🇸Tex-Mex 🇺🇸🇲🇽Mexican Gluten-Free Vegetarian 🥦Vegan 🌱Plant-Based 🌻Halal 🕌Kosher ✡️Clean Eating

Papaya and Citrus Bean Chili balances creamy black and pinto beans with juicy papaya and a lift of orange, creating a lively contrast of sweet and tangy notes. Gentle heat from green chilies and salsa mingles with Cajun and Italian seasonings, while fresh avocado and cilantro cool each bite. Serve for a vibrant weeknight dinner or a refreshing twist on game-day chili.

Prep15 hrs
Cook15 hrs
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Combine black beans, pinto beans, papaya, water, 1/2 cup red onion, orange juice, green onions, green chiles, salsa, Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and orange zest in a pot over medium heat; warm until it is almost boiling.
2

Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
3

Gently toss the remaining 1/4 cup red onion, avocado, and cilantro in a bowl; do not mash the avocado.
4

Ladle the chili into 4 bowls and sprinkle with the mixed topping.