Insanely Easy Vegetarian Chili

Chili con carne, meaning ‘chili with meat’, is a popular dish in Texas, but this vegetarian version provides a delicious and healthier alternative.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 17.

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Insanely Easy Vegetarian Chili

Cooking Method: Stovetop Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 medium-sized Onion
• 3 clove Garlic
• 1 medium-sized Bell Pepper
• 1 medium-sized Zucchini
• 2 can Canned Black Beans
• 1 can Canned Kidney Beans
• 2 can Canned Diced Tomatoes
• 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
• 2 teaspoon Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 cup Corn
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro
• 4 wedge Lime

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and onion becomes translucent.
3. Add diced bell pepper and zucchini, cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Rinse and drain the black beans and kidney beans, then add them to the pot along with the diced tomatoes and tomato paste.
5. Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Add corn and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and let the chili rest for 5 minutes.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 8g

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.