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Vegetarian Chili

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Vegetarian chili made with beans, vegetables, and bold spices. A comforting Let’s Veg recipe perfect for family dinners and leftovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 -6
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 123
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 1 zucchini diced
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Equipment

5 Quart Pot
5 Quart Pot
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soup pot with lid

Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until soft.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini. Cook for 5-6 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add diced tomatoes, beans, and vegetable broth.
  7. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
  8. Simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 554mgPotassium: 381mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5144IUVitamin C: 51mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Add corn or sweet potato for variety
Serve with rice, cornbread, or tortilla chips
Freezes well and reheats beautifully

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