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Vegetarian Chili Recipes

February 27, 2014
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Not only are vegetarian options extremely healthy, but they also take half as much time to prepare compared to meat-heavy dishes. Here are our favorite vegetarian chili recipes.
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Meatless Chilis

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Vegetarian Chili—hot, healthy, delicious. They're practical in that you can make large batches and enjoy for days on end. These veggie chili options will nourish your soul and warm your body from the tips of your toes to the top of your head.

First on our list is our Can't-Believe-It's-Vegan Chili. This dish is sure to make it into your regular rotation: completely satisfying chili that cooks in a fraction of the time it takes to make traditional meat chili. This recipe makes plenty; freeze leftovers for up to three months. Vegan sausage varies widely in taste and texture; we liked the meatiness and mild heat of the

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Can't-Believe-It's-Veggie Chili

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A good veggie chili is really all about the texture. Overcooked vegetables simply won't do. Here, we combine crisp peppers, carrots, mushrooms, and beans with nutty wheat berries—a hearty whole grain that adds a desirable chewiness to this plant-packed pot, and won't break down after a long, slow-simmer. Liquid aminos help boost umami, but you can sub low-sodium soy sauce instead. It's a "big hit with adults and kids" according to reviewer Alexa, just be sure to seed the jalapeño to tone down the heat for your little ones. Top with ripe avocado for a pop of bright flavor and creamy finish.

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Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili

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Another variation of three-bean veggie chili, this recipe calls for cannellini beans as opposed to black beans. Crushed red pepper also gives this dish some subtle heat.

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Pinto Bean Chili with Corn and Winter Squash

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The spiciness of this light yet satisfying chili is complemented by the subtle sweetness of corn and winter squash. Queso fresco is a crumbly, slightly salty Mexican cheese that's available in many large supermarkets. If you can't find it, substitute crumbled feta or farmer cheese. For a heartier chili, add one cup thawed frozen meatless crumbles. For a vegan version, use shredded soy cheddar or mozzarella cheese.

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White Bean Chili with Corn Chip Crunch

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The classic munchy—corn chips—adds a little salty, crunchy punch to each bite.

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Chipotle Black Bean Chili

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Chipotle chiles frequently come packaged in adobo sauce (a Mexican-type red sauce) and can be very hot. They're usually found in the Mexican section of your supermarket. Substitute 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper for the chipotle, if desired.

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Quinoa and Roasted Pepper Chili

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A bowl of spicy Quinoa and Roasted Pepper Chili guarantees to take the chill off a cold winter's day. This vegetarian chili is loaded with fresh vegetables, pinto beans, and quinoa and gets its zing from poblano chiles.

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Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili

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This soup has a mild chile flavor. If you want more heat, increase the amount of chili powder and don't seed the jalapeños.

 

 

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White Bean and Hominy Chili

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Vegetarian chipotle sausage packs quite a punch, adding savory depth to the entire pot of white chili.

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Three-Bean Chili

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The possibilities are endless as far as bean-based veggie chilis are concerned. This recipe utilizes red kidney beans, black beans, and garbanzo beans. Add corn muffins to this three-bean chili recipe, and you've got yourself a meal.

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Moroccan Chickpea Chili

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This recipe—packed with chickpeas, canned tomatoes, carrots, celery, and onion—proves that you don't need meat for a satisfying and filling chili.

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Jane's Vegetarian Chili

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Boasting less than 300 calories and almost 15 grams of fiber per bowl, this hearty chili skips the ground beef and uses chickpeas, black beans, kidney beans, and cannellini beans for a protein boost. To make this a complete vegetarian meal, skip the Worcestershire sauce or use anchovy-free.

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Chunky Vegetarian Chili

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This vegetable chili recipe is a great way to get kids to eat fiber-rich foods. It can be taken on camping trips or packed in a thermos for school lunches.

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Quick Vegetarian Chili with Avocado Salsa

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You won't miss the meat in this hearty vegetarian chili filled wtih black beans, barley, tomatoes, and green chiles. Top with a bright and refreshing avocado salsa and crisp tortilla chips.

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Hominy Chili with Beans

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Hominy is made of dried corn kernels from which the hulls and germs have been removed. You can find it in the canned vegetable section of the supermarket near the corn.

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    1 of 15 Meatless Chilis
    2 of 15 Can't-Believe-It's-Veggie Chili
    3 of 15 Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili
    4 of 15 Pinto Bean Chili with Corn and Winter Squash
    5 of 15 White Bean Chili with Corn Chip Crunch
    6 of 15 Chipotle Black Bean Chili
    7 of 15 Quinoa and Roasted Pepper Chili
    8 of 15 Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili
    9 of 15 White Bean and Hominy Chili
    10 of 15 Three-Bean Chili
    11 of 15 Moroccan Chickpea Chili
    12 of 15 Jane's Vegetarian Chili
    13 of 15 Chunky Vegetarian Chili
    14 of 15 Quick Vegetarian Chili with Avocado Salsa
    15 of 15 Hominy Chili with Beans

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