Hearty Vegetarian Tofu Chili

Tofu is a great source of plant-based protein and is often used as a meat substitute in vegetarian and vegan dishes.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 19.

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Hearty Vegetarian Tofu Chili

Cooking Method: Saute, Simmer Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Tofu
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Bell Pepper
• 3 clove Garlic
• 1 can Canned Diced Tomatoes
• 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
• 2 cup Vegetable Broth
• 1 can Kidney Beans
• 1 can Black Beans
• 1 cup Corn
• 2 tablespoon Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro
• 4 wedge Lime

Instructions

1. Press tofu to remove excess moisture and cut into cubes.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until softened.
4. Add tofu and cook until lightly browned.
5. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, kidney beans, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 5g

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.