RECIPES

Nourishing Golden Wheat Berry Chili with Black Beans

Warm, hearty, and deeply satisfying, this Golden Wheat Berry Chili is comfort food with real substance.

Chewy wheat berries simmered in a richly spiced tomato base, paired with black beans and plant-based soy fines, create a chili that’s both nourishing and filling without relying on meat or overly processed ingredients.

It’s the kind of meal that feels grounding and wholesome, perfect for slow evenings, meal prep days, or feeding a hungry family with simple pantry staples.

Finished with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro, this chili proves that plant-based cooking can be rustic, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying.

If you've been looking for a wheat berry recipe that is a bit different, this one is it!

a nutritious bowl

This Golden Wheat Berry Chili isn’t just comforting—it’s deeply nourishing.

Wheat berries are a whole, intact grain, meaning they retain all parts of the grain and provide a rich source of dietary fiber, which supports digestion, gut health, and steady blood sugar levels. Their chewy texture also helps with satiety, keeping you fuller for longer.

Black beans and Butler soy fines add a generous boost of plant-based protein and iron, making this chili especially satisfying and supportive for energy and muscle repair.

The tomatoes, onion, garlic, and spices contribute antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, while cumin and oregano support digestion and overall metabolic health.

Finished with avocado and fresh cilantro, this dish provides healthy monounsaturated fats that support nutrient absorption and heart health.

Altogether, this chili is a balanced, whole-food meal that is rich in fiber, protein, complex carbohydrates, and essential micronutrients. It's the perfect dish for anyone looking to eat well while still enjoying a cozy, flavorful bowl of food! Our kinda food ;-)

Wheat Berry Chili Recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil
1 red onion
1 large carrot
1 tsp fresh chili
3 garlic cloves
2 tsp chilli powder
1 1/2 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1 can or 1 cup of dried black beans (pre-soaked)
1 can of diced tomatoes
2 cups golden wheat berries
1 cup Butler soy fines
3 cups vegetable stock
1 avocado (optional)
fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Instructions

Add 2 cups of stock to a pot along with the wheat berries and cook until soft (about 40 minutes)
Finely chop the onion, carrot, garlic, and chili and add it to another pot with the olive oil.
Add the chili and cumin powder and dried oregano. Gently cook for about 10 minutes.
Add the black beans, tomatoes, and presoaked Butler soy fines and mix well.
Add 1 cup of vegetable stock along with the cooked wheat berries and simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes.
Serve with some cooked rice with fresh avocado and cilantro leaves.