Description
A hearty and protein-packed chili made with a mix of beans, fresh vegetables, and bold spices, perfect for a comforting meatless meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 zucchini or yellow squash, chopped
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup corn (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, bell peppers, carrots, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in zucchini or squash and cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- Add tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using).
- Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add corn during the last 10 minutes of cooking, if desired.
- Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Add sweet potatoes or butternut squash for added sweetness and depth.
- Use chipotle peppers in adobo for a smoky flavor.
- Top with avocado, sour cream, cheese, or tortilla chips.
- Include quinoa or lentils for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg