Vegetarian Chili Recipe

[lizasoberan]

Hey everyone! I wanted to share my absolute favorite vegetarian chili recipe. It's hearty, packed with flavor, and perfect for cozy nights. Plus, it’s super easy to tweak based on what you have in your kitchen. Hope you give it a try and let me know your thoughts!

Ingredients:​

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Directions:​

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
2. Add the bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies soften a bit.
3. Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and coriander. Let the spices cook for a minute to release their aroma.
4. Add the black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes.
5. Toss in the corn during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot with your favorite toppings and maybe a side of cornbread or tortilla chips!
   

It’s super filling, and the leftovers taste even better the next day. What are your favorite chili toppings? I’m always looking for new ideas!

 

[chewyyy]

Vegetarian chili is such a cozy, flavorful dish, and I love how versatile it is. Can’t wait to give your recipe a try—perfect for these chilly nights.

 

[Ui Ui]

This chili sounds AMAZING! Love how flexible it is with ingredients, and the toppings idea is on point—definitely going to try it with some avocado and maybe even a lil' cheese on top ! Thanks for sharing!