“This recipe contains protein-rich tempeh and tomatoes, which are high in lycopene,” Gittleman says. “It’s also rich in therapeutic spices.” If you find this recipe too spicy, add a dash of stevia to take the heat down. Serve with a simple green salad and whole-grain tortillas for a complete meal.
        Ann Louise Gittleman’s Spicy Tempeh Chili
    
    
                
        
    Ingredients
    
                - 2 8-ounce packages tempeh, crumbled
 - 2 14-ounce cans organic diced tomatoes, undrained
 - 1 medium onion, diced
 - 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
 - 1 tablespoon ground cumin
 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne or to taste
 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
 - 2 tablespoons dried parsley
 - 1/2 teaspoon salt optional
 - 1/4 teaspoon minced fresh jalapeño peppers
 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
 - 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
 - 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
 - 8 ounces mushrooms, diced
 
        
    Instructions
    
                - Combine all ingredients except mushrooms in large soup pot over medium heat. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook, covered, for 45 minutes. When vegetables are fork-tender, add mushrooms and simmer an additional 10 minutes. Taste and adjust spices as needed.
 
        
    Recipe Notes
    
                Nutrition Facts
        Ann Louise Gittleman’s Spicy Tempeh Chili
        
        
            Amount Per Serving        
        
            Calories 205
                    
        
        
            % Daily Value*
        
                                
            Sodium 242mg
            10%
        
                                    
                Total Carbohydrates 26g
                9%
            
                        
                Dietary Fiber 9g
                36%
            
                                                
            Protein 16g
            32%
        
                
            * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.         
    PER SERVING: 205 cal, 22% fat cal, 5g fat, 1g sat fat, 0mg chol, 16g protein, 26g carb, 9g fiber, 242mg sodium