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.
Servings: 6
Calories: 297kcal
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
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
