Description
Indulge in this hearty Vegan Chili Recipe that promises comfort and nourishment in every spoonful. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this chili is a delightful blend of protein-packed beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices—all simmered together in one pot for easy cleanup. In just 40 minutes, you can create a rich tomato-based dish that’s not only satisfying but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve it with rice, pasta, or crusty bread, and enjoy the warmth and flavor of this delicious vegan meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves of garlic (finely minced)
- 1 green pepper (chopped)
- 1 medium carrot (grated)
- 5–6 medium diced fresh tomatoes (or use 1 (20 oz) can)
- 5 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups water (or vegetable broth)
- 4 cups cooked beans (e.g. kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, white beans, or 1 cup of each)
- 2 tsp coconut sugar (or sub brown sugar or any other sweetener like maple syrup)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp salt (or less if you use vegetable broth)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1–2 hot red chili peppers
- 2 tsp oil of choice (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large pan or pot over medium heat, add the oil.
- Sauté the chopped onion and green pepper for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Mix in the diced fresh tomatoes and sauté for another 3 to 5 minutes until they begin to break down.
- Add all remaining ingredients, increase the heat and bring to a simmer.
- Allow it to cook for about 30 minutes or longer while stirring occasionally. If it gets too thick, add more water or vegetable broth as needed.
- (Optional but recommended) Pour about 1 to 1½ cups of chili into a separate pot, use an immersion blender until smooth, and stir the blended chili back into the large pot.
- Serve your delicious vegan chili with rice, pasta, potatoes, or flatbread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg