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Description
A hearty and flavorful vegetarian chili recipe packed with vegetables and beans. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, undrained
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable broth or water, as needed
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and bell peppers. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Add kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and green chilies.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer for longer.
- If the chili becomes too thick, add vegetable broth or water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Suggested toppings include shredded cheese, sour cream or plain yogurt, chopped cilantro, avocado, or tortilla chips.
- This chili can be made ahead and reheats well.
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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