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Easy Vegetarian Chili

Easy Vegetarian Chili
Chili Super Bowl March Madness Queso Fresco Healthy Vegan Vegetarian Sour Cream Limes Cilantro Cumin Beans Carrots Garlic Onions Tomatoes Zucchini Lunch Dinner Appetizer Leftovers Make Ahead Weeknight Dinner Cheese Comfort Food Vegetables Main Dish Easy
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Chili Super Bowl March Madness Queso Fresco Healthy Vegan Vegetarian Sour Cream Limes Cilantro Cumin Beans Carrots Garlic Onions Tomatoes Zucchini Lunch Dinner Appetizer Leftovers Make Ahead Weeknight Dinner Cheese Comfort Food Vegetables Main Dish Easy
6 to 8 servings Easy
Total:
16 Ratings 

Ingredients (17)

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, medium dice
  • 1 carrot, medium dice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 bell pepper, medium dice
  • 1 zucchini, medium dice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans light kidney, dark kidney, or black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 (28-ounce) can chopped tomatoes
  • Chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)
  • Quartered lime pieces, for garnish (optional)
  • Shredded cheddar cheese or crumbled queso fresco, for garnish (optional)
  • Sour cream, for garnish (optional)
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Nutritional Information
  • Calories210
  • Fat3.93g
  • Saturated fat0.45g
  • Trans fat0.02g
  • Carbs35.95g
  • Fiber15.13g
  • Sugar6.87g
  • Protein11.22g
  • Cholesterol
  • Sodium452.23mg
  • Nutritional Analysis per serving (6 servings) Powered by

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Unlike its slow-cooking, meaty brethren, this chili recipe is easy, fast, and vegetarian. It makes for a hearty weeknight dinner. Freeze leftovers in small containers for a ready-to-eat meal.

To see this recipe with illustrated steps, check out The Basics: How to Make Veggie Chili.

This recipe was featured as part of our Healthy Cooking photo gallery.

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How to Freeze Beans
Cooked beans can easily be placed into pre-portioned freezer bags for easy storage. Be sure to date the plastic bags with a permanent marker and consume within six months.
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Remove your frozen bags from the freezer and place directly in a saucepan with warm water. You can also run the bag under warm water in the sink. Toss some of the frozen beans into soups and stews, as they will immediately defrost due to the dish's high temperatures.
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How to Store Beans
Dried beans come in all different colors, shapes, and sizes, though their storage methods stay consistent across the board. Beans should be transferred to a food-safe container with a sealing lid. If beans are left in their original packaging, they'll dry out faster. Place the container in a cool, dry place that is away from any sunlight. You'll want to cook them within a year for ultimate freshness, though some beans have known to last for years.
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Instructions

  1. 1Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot with a tightfitting lid or a Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onions, carrots, and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2Add the bell pepper and zucchini to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Add the cumin and chili powder and stir to incorporate. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are knife tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. 3Add the beans, water, and tomatoes with their juices and stir to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and gently simmer until the vegetables are soft and the flavors have melded, about 15 minutes. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if necessary. Serve and garnish as desired.
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