Name: Vegetarian Chili
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: . Chili Base; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 small yellow onion (chopped); 1 red bell pepper (stemmed, seeded, and diced); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional); 1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional); 1 14-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes; 1 14-ounce can kidney beans (drained and rinsed); 1 14-ounce can pinto beans (drained and rinsed); 1 cup water or vegetable broth; 3 chipotle peppers (from a can of chipotles in adobo, diced); 3 tablespoons adobo sauce; 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen); ½ teaspoon sea salt (plus more to taste); freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (plus wedges for serving); . Topping Options; Avocado (diced or sliced); Greek yogurt or sour cream; Jalapeño or serrano peppers (diced or sliced); Fresh cilantro; Pickled Onions

Warm up your evenings with this hearty Vegetarian Chili! It’s packed with flavor and easy to make, perfect for any night of the week.

Cooking Tips

This part’s so satisfying – watching all those vibrant ingredients come together in one pot! Don’t forget to adjust the spice level to your taste.

Serving Suggestions

Top it off with your favorite garnishes for a delightful crunch and freshness!

Ingredients

Instructions

Cooking the Base:
Step 1

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, a pinch of salt, and several grinds of pepper and stir. Cook until the onion is translucent, 5 minutes, then add the red pepper. Stir and cook until soft, 5 to 8 minutes, turning down the heat as needed.
Step 2

Add the garlic, chili powder, and cumin, if using, and stir for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Step 3

Add the tomatoes, beans, water, chipotles, adobo sauce, corn, salt, and several grinds of pepper. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the chili has thickened.
Step 4

Stir in the lime juice and season to taste. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 250, Fat: 8g, Carbs: 40g, Protein: 12g

Cooking techniques

Simmering is key for developing flavors in chili. Allow it to cook low and slow for the best results!

Variations or substitutions

Feel free to swap the beans for your favorites or add in some extra veggies like zucchini or carrots for added nutrition!

Storage tips

This chili keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months!

Notes

For a spicier kick, add more chipotle peppers or a dash of hot sauce!