Slow Cooker Vegetarian Lentil Chili
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
6 1.5 cups each
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Calories
36875 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Vegetarian Lentil Chili
Description
This chili combines brown lentils with canned black and kidney beans, diced tomatoes and tomato paste, and aromatic spices such as chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, onion and garlic powders, cayenne, salt, and pepper. The inclusion of coconut oil introduces a smooth mouthfeel resembling animal fat, which complements the legume textures. All ingredients are added to a slow cooker and cooked on high for four hours or low for eight, allowing lentils to soften fully and flavors to meld.
The dish yields a robust chili with tender beans and lentils, and a complex spice profile balanced by the creamy richness of coconut oil. The method requires minimal active attention and suits batch cooking or meal prepping.
Chili is served hot and can be paired with toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh herbs as preferred. Its vegetarian composition makes it a nutritious protein-rich option without meat.
The recipe notes highlight that coconut oil's mild coconut aroma may be noticeable and that other oils can be substituted according to preference without significantly altering texture.
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion $0.33
- 2 cloves garlic $0.16
- 1 oz. can diced tomato $0.48, petite, with juices
- 1 oz. can tomato paste $0.48
- 1 oz. can black beans $0.59, drained
- 1 oz. can kidney bean $0.59, drained
- 1 cup brown lentil $0.70, uncooked
- 1 Tbsp chili powder $0.30
- 1 tsp smoked paprika $0.10
- 1 tsp cumin $0.10, ground
- 1/2 tsp onion powder $0.05
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.03
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper $0.03
- 1/2 tsp salt $0.02
- black pepper $0.03, freshly cracked
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil $0.13
- 4 cups vegetable broth $0.52
Instructions
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Add the onion and garlic to the slow cooker along with all the other ingredients and stir to combine.
- Place a lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for four hours (or low for 8 hours). After cooking, the lentils should be tender. Taste the chili and add salt to taste, if needed (this will depend on the salt content of your broth).
- Serve the chili hot, with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Coconut oil provides a rich mouthfeel similar to animal fat but may add a mild coconut aroma.
- Feel free to substitute another cooking oil if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 61.5 cups each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 36875 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1.5Cups | |
| Calories | 368.75kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 60.85g | 20% |
| Protein | 19.72g | 39% |
| Fat | 6.75g | 10% |
| Sodium | 1169.77mg | 49% |
| Fiber | 14.28g | 57% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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