Name: The Best Vegetarian Chili in the World Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced; 1 carrot, diced; 1 zucchini, diced; 1 cup corn kernels; 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes; 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste; 2 cups vegetable broth; 2 tbsp chili powder; 1 tbsp cumin; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat); Salt and pepper to taste; Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish; Shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish

The Best Vegetarian Chili in the World Recipe

Carley Pohl Modified: November 12, 2023

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 1 hour 30 minutes

Total: 1 hour 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
1 carrot, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 cup corn kernels
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
2 cups vegetable broth
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeño pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the carrot, zucchini, corn, black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. If you prefer a thicker chili, you can also simmer for longer.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and shredded cheddar cheese.

Nutrition

Calories : 320kcal
Total Fat : 9g
Saturated Fat : 1g
Cholesterol : 0mg
Sodium : 894mg
Total Carbohydrates : 52g
Dietary Fiber : 15g
Sugar : 10g
Protein : 14g

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