Description
Vegetarian chili is a delightful blend of hearty beans, colorful vegetables, and aromatic spices that warms the soul. Perfect for chilly evenings or game nights, this dish is not only comforting but also bursting with vibrant flavors. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the veggies: Dice bell peppers and onion; mince garlic.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add bell peppers & garlic: Stir in bell peppers and minced garlic; cook until softened (3–4 minutes).
- Combine beans & tomatoes: Add black beans, kidney beans, and crushed tomatoes; mix well.
- Season & simmer: Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for about 30 minutes.
- Serve hot: Adjust seasoning if needed; finish with lime juice and garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg