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Vegan Bean and Vegetable Chili Recipe

A rich and hearty chili packed with beans, veggies, and bold spices. Perfect for meal prep, cozy nights, or feeding a crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium carrot diced
  • 1 zucchini diced
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Method
 

Sauté the Veggies:
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until soft.
  3. Stir in garlic, bell peppers, carrot, and zucchini.
  4. Cook for 5 minutes until veggies slightly soften.
Add the Beans & Spices:
  1. Stir in black beans, kidney beans, and diced tomatoes.
  2. Add corn, tomato paste, and all the spices.
  3. Stir well to coat everything in seasoning.
Simmer the Chili:
  1. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  2. Reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Final Touches & Serving:
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  2. Serve hot with avocado, lime wedges, or tortilla chips.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 280
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 12g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin C: 60%
  • Iron: 15%
  • Potassium: 20%
  • Folate: 18%
  • Magnesium: 10%

Tips for the Best Chili

  • Let it simmer longer for deeper flavors.
  • Add a dash of cocoa powder for a smoky richness.
  • Serve with cornbread because life is too short for bad sides.

Final Thought

This chili proves you don’t need meat for a soul-satisfying meal. Make it once, and you’ll keep coming back for more!