Veggie Chili Gelson's

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 2 ribs celery, chopped
• ½ tsp kosher salt, divided
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Tbsp chili powder
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 28-oz can diced tomatoes, with their juices
• 2 15-oz cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 15-oz can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 Gelson’s organic bay leaf
• 2 Tbsp chopped Gelson’s organic cilantro, plus more for garnish
• 2 tsp sherry vinegar or lime juice, to taste
• Garnishes: chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, tortilla chips, sour cream or crème fraîche, grated cheddar cheese, etc.