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    Oh My Veggies » Vegetarian Recipes » Vegetarian Soups & Stews

    Best Vegetarian Chili Recipes

    Published: Mar 29, 2016 · by Nicole · Updated: Feb 1, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Vegetarian chili with red and black beans, cheddar and pumpkin seeds
    Image: Elena Veselova / Shutterstock

    Traditional chili is usually a heart attack in a bowl: tons of beef, and some beans, and topped with sour cream, cheese and Fritos if there’s room. But vegetarian chili keeps the spicy, robust flavor of chili alive, plus packs in plenty of protein from those beans. On top of that, more creative veggie additions add to the nutrition, making the best vegetarian chili. Below are some of the best vegetarian chili recipes.

    Best Vegetarian Chili

    martha stewart best vegetarian chili
    Image: Martha Stewart

    This chili packs a rich tomato base and only takes 35 minute to prepare. Onion, zucchini, black beans, pinto beans and tomatoes with chili peppers pack in the rich texture of veggies. Meanwhile, cumin and chipotle chili powder keep it spicy.

    Get the recipe: Best Vegetarian Chili

    Smoky Vegetarian Chili with Pinto Beans and Corn

    SMOKY VEGETARIAN CHILI RECIPE WITH PINTO BEANS AND CORN
    Image: Unami Girl

    Sweet smoked paprika adds to the smoky flavor of this dish. A long list of veggies also packs in the nutrients, like onion, pepper, carrot, celery, tomato and corn. This recipe even calls for sliced avocado on top.

    Get the recipe: Smoky Vegetarian Chili with Pinto Beans and Corn

    Homemade Vegetarian Chili

    homemade vegetarian chili
    Image: Cookie + Kate

    This recipe packs tons of veggies like red onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots and celery. Black and pinto beans pack in the protein. And tons of spices like garlic, chili powder and cumin keep it hot.

    Get the recipe: Homemade Vegetarian Chili

    Spicy Vegetarian Chili

    spicy vegetarian chili
    Image: Whole Foods

    Fans of spicy food rejoice. Chili powder adds the kick to this dish, and both red and green bell peppers add to the flavor. Kidney and black beans pack in some protein. Onion, celery and tomatoes are a more traditional chili touch. The recipe also calls for finely chopped chipotles in adobo.

    Get the recipe here: Spicy Vegetarian Chili

    TVP Vegetarian Chili

    tvp vegetarian chili
    Image: Eating Well

    If you want to pack some protein into your chili, this recipe calls for textured vegetable protein (or TVP). It allows you to be flexible in what veggies you throw in, from peas to carrots to mushrooms. The recipe also contains whole grain bulgur to add fiber.

    Get the recipe here: TVP Vegetarian Chili

    Easy Vegetarian Chili

    easy vegetarian chili
    Image: Food

    This is another recipe that packs in the veggies, like green peppers, onions, zucchini, stewed tomatoes and jalapeno peppers. To kick up the heat, there are spices like chili powder. You can simmer this together in about thirty minutes.

    Get the recipe: Easy Vegetarian Chili

    Veggie Chili

    veggie chili
    Image: Pioneer Woman

    Here’s another recipe that packs in the veggies, like jalapeno, carrot, bell pepper, onion, garlic and celery. Oregano, cumin and chili powder keep it spicy and flavorful. Tomato sauce and veggie broth deepen the flavors.

    Get the recipe: Veggie Chili

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    Nicole is a life long vegetarian and the author of the popular vegan cookbook, Weeknight One Pot Vegan Cooking. She loves sharing her recipes and showing the world just how easy and delicious meatless meals can be!
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