Hearty Vegetarian Chili
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
359 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Hearty Vegetarian Chili
Description
Hearty Vegetarian Chili starts by tenderizing mushrooms, onions, carrots, and bell peppers in olive oil before adding minced garlic. Fire roasted tomatoes and drained black and red beans form the base of the chili broth. Jalapeño peppers introduce mild heat, complemented by chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika for savory depth, along with salt and pepper to balance the flavors.
The chili simmers for 30 minutes, allowing flavors to develop and ingredients to meld into a cohesive dish. The combination creates a chili with earthy mushroom savoriness, sweetness from the vegetables, and a balanced spiciness from the jalapeños and spices. The beans provide hearty protein and texture, making the chili filling and nutritious.
This chili is versatile for lunch or dinner and can be served topped with avocado, shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, sour cream, or alongside tortilla chips for added texture and richness.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 oz baby bella mushroom finely chopped
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 carrot diced, large
- 1 red bell pepper cored, seeded, and diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 28 oz fire roasted tomatoes
- 30 oz black beans rinsed and drained, 2 cans
- 15 oz small red beans rinsed and drained, or pinto beans, 1 can
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/3 cup jalapeno pepper deli-sliced, roughly chopped, tamed
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin ground
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- avocado optional toppings, plain, shredded
- tortilla chip
- Greek yogurt
- sour cream
- cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the chopped mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the onion, carrot, and pepper and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes, beans, broth, jalapeno peppers, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined. Simmer over low for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if necessary. Ladle the chili into bowls and serve with desired toppings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 359 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 359kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1190mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 1045mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 19g | 76% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 3826IU | 77% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 146mg | 15% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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