Vegetarian Quinoa Chili
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5.0
108 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
257 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Vegetarian Quinoa Chili
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This fast and flavorful vegetarian quinoa chili is the chili that changed our minds about meatless chili! It's delicious and nutritious and makes the most glorious leftovers!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups diced yellow onion
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 TBSP avocado oil or olive oil
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 15 oz can spicy chili beans with sauce
- 15 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 TBSP chili powder
- 1 TBSP cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika plus extra to taste
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup dry quinoa (red, white, or a mix of both)
- 1.5 cups water or veggie broth
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
- diced jalapenos or cayenne pepper for a kick
- veggie broth or tomato sauce to adjust chili thickness
- extra can of chili beans
- all the toppings your heart desires
Instructions
- Chop your peppers and onion and mince your garlic.
- Heat a tablespoon of oil in a Dutch oven or a large pot on medium-high heat.
- Add onions, peppers, and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes to tenderize the veggies.
- Next add crushed tomatoes, corn, chili beans (with sauce), black beans, and spices; stir to mix. If you'd like your chili extra chunky you can add an extra can of chili beans - I love doing this when i have a second can on hand!
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 25-30 minutes.
- While your chili simmers, rinse your quinoa.
- Add quinoa to a small pot with water or vegetable broth to boil (1.5 cups) and bring to a rolling boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to lowest setting and cover [with the lid propped open a bit to vent] for 12-13 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy. Fluff with a fork and add to the pot of chili.
- Total cook time for the chili will be about 25-30 minutes but feel free to leave it simmering on the stove for a little longer, on the lowest setting, if desired to mingle the flavors even further.
- Scoop out a bowlful, pile on the toppings, sit back, and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the consistency of the chili to your liking. As written it's perfectly thick and full of delicious texture, but can be thinned with a little broth or tomato sauce if desired! If you add a lot of extra liquid, consider amping up the spices a smidge to compensate.
- You can also make this vegetarian chili as mild or as spicy as you'd like! I hope you love this chili as much as we do!
- I topped mine with freshly grated cheddar, avocado sprinkled with a dash of smoked paprika, fresh parsley, and a dollop of Greek yogurt. Delish! Top the chili with all your favorites for a tasty custom dish!
- Nutrition facts below are an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. Choose your favorite toppings and adjust as needed.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
257kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
45g
(15%)
Protein
11g
(22%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Sodium
715mg
(30%)
Potassium
851mg
(24%)
Fiber
10g
(40%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
1310IU
(26%)
Vitamin C
43.4mg
(48%)
Calcium
94mg
(9%)
Iron
4.8mg
(27%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Sodium | 715mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 851mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1310IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 43.4mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 94mg | 9% |
| Iron | 4.8mg | 27% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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108 reviews
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