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Vegan Chili Recipe

Vegan Chili Recipe

Experience the comforting warmth of our Vegan Chili Recipe, a perfect blend of hearty beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices simmered in a rich tomato sauce. In just 40 minutes, this one-pot wonder comes together to create a satisfying meal ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its customizable spice level and nutrient-dense ingredients, you can easily adapt it to suit your taste while keeping it healthy and delicious. Enjoy it solo or paired with rice, flatbread, or tortilla chips for an unforgettable dining experience.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 green pepper
  • 5–6 medium tomatoes (or 1 can)
  • 5 tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 cups cooked beans (e.g., kidney, black, pinto)
  • 2 cups water (or vegetable broth)
  • 2 tsp coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1–2 hot red chili peppers
  • 2 tsp oil for sautéing

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and sauté chopped onion and green pepper until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  2. Mix in diced tomatoes and sauté until they begin to break down (3-5 minutes).
  3. Add the remaining ingredients—cooked beans, tomato paste, water or broth—and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 30 minutes while stirring occasionally.
  4. For a creamier texture, blend part of the chili using an immersion blender before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: One-Pot Cooking
  • Cuisine: Plant-Based

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Adjust the number of chili peppers based on your spice preference. Feel free to mix different types of beans for added variety. Enhance flavors by letting the chili simmer longer if time permits.

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