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Meatless Quinoa Chili Recipe (Vegetarian)

This quinoa chili recipe is so savory, no one every believesit is meatless! Can be easily reheated for meal prep.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6 -8
Calories: 303 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 14.5 oz cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups broth
  • 1 7 oz can diced green chiles
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 15 oz cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

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  1. Add olive oil to a cast iron pot over medium-high heat. Wait until it is heated, then add the diced onions. Sautée until they are both tender and translucent, 3-5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and sautée 1 minute more.
  3. Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, quinoa, broth, green chilis, chili powder, cumin, cocoa, paprika, sugar, coriander, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Stir, then bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.
  5. Uncover and add all beans, corn, and lime. Stir and cook and until heated through.
  6. Top individual servings with sour cream, diced avocado, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information

Calories 303kcal (15%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6-8

Amount Per Serving

Calories 303

% Daily Value*

Calories 303kcal 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.