Best 8 5 Star Vegetarian Chili Recipes

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate 5-star vegetarian chili? This hearty and flavorful dish is a symphony of spices, textures, and aromas that will leave you craving for more. Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or a curious carnivore, this chili is sure to impress with its rich and savory flavors. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind creating the perfect vegetarian chili that will earn you rave reviews from family and friends alike.

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INSANELY EASY VEGETARIAN CHILI



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This chili is SO easy to make. You can pretty much throw whatever you have into the pot and it'll be great. (I added some leftover salsa once.) It's very colorful, not to mention delicious.

Provided by Tia the Baker

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onions
¾ cup chopped carrots
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
¾ cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 ½ cups chopped fresh mushrooms
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes with liquid, chopped
1 (19 ounce) can kidney beans with liquid
1 (11 ounce) can whole kernel corn, undrained
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onions, carrots, and garlic until tender. Stir in green pepper, red pepper, celery, and chili powder. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Stir in mushrooms, and cook 4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, kidney beans, and corn. Season with cumin, oregano, and basil. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to medium. Cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 423.3 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

THE BEST VEGETARIAN CHILI IN THE WORLD



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Break out your soup pot and fix up a batch of this delicious, spicy vegetarian chili today! It's ready in no time, and packed with vegetables, beans - and flavor!

Provided by calead910

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ medium onion, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon salt
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 green bell peppers, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chile peppers, drained
2 (12 ounce) packages vegetarian burger crumbles
3 (28 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes, crushed
¼ cup chili powder
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and season with bay leaves, cumin, oregano, and salt. Cook and stir until onion is tender, then mix in the celery, green bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, garlic, and green chile peppers. When vegetables are heated through, mix in the vegetarian burger crumbles. Reduce heat to low, cover pot, and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Mix the tomatoes into the pot. Season chili with chili powder and pepper. Stir in the kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and black beans. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 45 minutes. Stir in the corn, and continue cooking 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.6 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 18.1 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 2571.2 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

THE BEST VEGETARIAN CHILI EVER



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This is actually THE BEST vegetarian chili recipe you'll ever make! You won't believe there isn't any meat in this delicious vegetarian chili made with two kinds of beans, veggies, tender sweet potato and sweet corn. Perfectly spiced, thick and hearty, and easy to make on the stovetop or in your slow cooker!

Provided by Monique Volz of AmbitiousKitchen.com

Categories     Chili     Dinner     Gluten Free     Grain Free     Nut Free     Vegan     Vegetarian

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 27

½ tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 large carrot, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 (4 ounce) can mild green chiles
1 medium to large sweet potato, peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes
2 1/2 tablespoons mild chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (fire-roasted is great)
3/4 cup vegetarian broth (or water, plus more if it needs more liquid)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 heaping cup frozen sweet corn
To garnish:
Tortilla chips
Lime wedge
Cheese
Avocado
Cilantro
Sour cream/greek yogurt

Steps:

  • Place oil in a large pot and place over medium high heat. Add in garlic, onion, diced carrot, red bell pepper, cubed sweet potatoes and green chiles; saute for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Next add in chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper; stir for about 30 seconds.
  • Finally add in crushed tomatoes, broth/water, black beans, kidney beans and corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until chili thickens and flavors come together. Taste and adjust seasonings and salt as necessary.
  • Garnish with anything you'd like. Makes 6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving about 1 1/2 cups, without toppings), Calories 260 kcal, Fat 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Carbohydrate 53.4 g, Fiber 15.5 g, Sugar 11.4 g, Protein 13 g

CONTEST-WINNING VEGETARIAN CHILI



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My husband and I love vegetarian Dutch oven recipes-and this vegetarian chili is one of our favorites. It makes a huge pot that's chock-full of color and flavor. And once the chopping is done, it's quick to cook. -Marilyn Barilleaux, Bothell, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 medium zucchini, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (28 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook zucchini, onions and peppers in oil over medium-high heat until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute., Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

5-BEAN CHILI



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 3 quarts chili

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 pound ground chuck
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 cup diced green bell pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder, preferably Mexican style
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 bay leaves
1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, broken up with your hands
3 cups beef stock or canned, low-sodium beef broth
1 1/2 cups great northern beans
1 1/2 cups cooked and drained pinto beans
1 1/2 cups cooked and drained kidney beans
1 1/2 cups cooked and drained black beans
1 1/2 cups cooked and drained navy beans
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
Sour cream, grated Cheddar and chopped green onions, for garnishing, optional

Steps:

  • In a cast iron pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the meat until well browned, stirring occasionally, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the onions, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, salt, cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper, coriander, and cinnamon, and cook until vegetables are soft, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the bay leaves, tomatoes, and stock; bring the mixture to a simmer, partially cover, and cook for about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add all of the beans, stir to combine, and continue to cook another 20 to 30 minutes, or until the flavors have come together and the chili has a nice, thick consistency. Add the cilantro, taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
  • Serve hot, garnished with sour cream, grated cheese, and chopped green onions, if desired.

VEGETARIAN FIVE BEAN CHILI



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I had a lot of beans in the pantry and this is how I used them. It turned out tasty, so I am posting here so as not to lose the recipe!

Provided by Targetgirl

Categories     Beans

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (14 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can adzuki beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 (14 ounce) cans chili beans (do not drain)
1 (14 ounce) can mexicorn, drained
1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with jalapenos
1 medium onion, diced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon Tabasco jalapeno sauce

Steps:

  • Spray 5 quart crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Combine all ingredients in crockpot and stir to combine well. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

VEGETARIAN CHILI



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A variety of vegetables, a rich tomato base, and just the right amount of spice make this vegetarian chili a satisfying option in only 35 minutes. Vegetarians will ask for this chili again and again. You may even convert meat lovers to vegetarian chili!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced medium
4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch dice
3/4 cup (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (15.5 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15.5 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent and garlic is soft, about 4 minutes. Add cumin and chile powder, season with salt and pepper, and cook until spices are fragrant, 1 minute. Add zucchini and tomato paste; cook, stirring frequently, until tomato paste is deep brick red, 3 minutes. Stir in black beans, pinto beans, and both cans diced tomatoes. Add 2 cups water and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce to a medium simmer and cook until zucchini is tender and liquid reduces slightly, 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 10 g

FIVE BEAN VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Make and share this Five Bean Vegetarian Chili recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gillian Spence

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 yellow onions, chopped
5 garlic cloves, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
2 yellow bell peppers, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package lentils
1 (16 ounce) can black-eyed peas
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet chili seasoning mix
2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (with liquid)
36 ounces water (2 tomato cans filled)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add onions, garlic and peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables are soft and fragrant.
  • While vegetables are cooking, rinse lentils in a colander under running water. Add lentils and remaining ingredients to kettle.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occauntil lentils are tender and chili is rich and thick.
  • Taste mixture for seasonings. If spicier chili is desired, add additional Tabasco sauce.
  • Serve with hot corn tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.3, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 1142, Carbohydrate 34.1, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 9.8

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans for a more flavorful chili. Some good options include black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, and cannellini beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, carrots, and zucchini.
  • Add some spices to your chili for a bit of heat. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
  • If you like a thicker chili, you can add some cornstarch or flour. Be sure to whisk it in until it's completely dissolved.
  • Serve your chili with your favorite toppings. Some good options include sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Vegetarian chili is a delicious and hearty meal that's perfect for a cold night. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give vegetarian chili a try.

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