Crock Pot (Or Not) Vegetarian Chili

Chili con carne, a similar dish with meat, is the official state dish of Texas, but vegetarian chili is also a popular and delicious alternative!

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 270 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Crock Pot (Or Not) Vegetarian Chili

Cooking Method: Crock Pot, Stovetop Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 240 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 4 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 can Black beans
• 2 can Kidney beans
• 2 can Diced tomatoes
• 1 large Onion
• 1 large Bell pepper
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 leaf Bay leaves
• 1 cup Corn
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. In a large pot or crock pot, combine the black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), onion (chopped), bell pepper (chopped), garlic cloves (minced), chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and bay leaves.
2. If using a pot, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally. If using a crock pot, cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours.
3. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the corn and lime juice.
4. Remove the bay leaves and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
5. Let the chili rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 10g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.