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Vegan chili presentation with fresh green onions, red onion, and vegan cheese.
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The Best Vegan Chili

This is The Best Vegan Chili, the go-to comfort food for chilly days. Prepared in one pot with basic pantry staples, it's a satisfying, hearty, and healthy dish that's also packed with protein.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 6
Calories: 297kcal
Author: Iosune

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 1 medium carrot peeled and diced
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 15-ounce cans black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-ounce can pinto beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
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Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until hot, then add the veggies (garlic, onion, green bell pepper, green bell pepper, and carrot).
  • Cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  • Add all remaining ingredients, stir, increase the heat, and bring to a simmer. Then, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, depending on how thick you want your chili.
  • Serve with toppings of choice, such as red onion, green onion, and vegan shredded cheese.

Notes

  • Make It Ahead: Chili often tastes even better the next day. Consider making it ahead of time, refrigerating it, and reheating it for dinner to allow the flavors to meld further.
  • Freeze for Later: Make a double batch and freeze individual portions. This way, you'll have a convenient, homemade meal ready to enjoy whenever you're in a pinch for time.
  • Simmer for Flavor: If you have extra time, allow your chili to simmer low and slow for up to 2 hours. This extended cooking time allows the flavors to meld and intensify.
  • Adjust the Heat: Customize your chili's spiciness to your tolerance. Gradually add spices like chili powder or cayenne pepper to achieve the desired level of heat.
  • Fresh Garnishes: Boost your chili with fresh toppings like cilantro, avocado, lime, and a dollop of Vegan Sour Cream for extra flavor and freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 937mg | Potassium: 1077mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 3247IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 6mg