The Best Vegan Chili

The Best Vegan Chili- made with a combo of hearty lentils and mushrooms, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite plant-based chili!

The Best Vegan Chili- made with a combo of hearty lentils and mushrooms, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite plant-based chili!

It’s getting to be that time of year where we get teased with intermittent spurts of spring weather. Just when the sun comes out and we think we are close to being done with winter, gloomy clouds roll back in and temps drop into the 20’s. Meh. If it wasn’t for warm bowl food I wouldn’t know what to do with myself.

Like this vegan chili. It’s the perfect balance of hearty and flavorful, and it only takes 30 minutes to make. It also happens to be the best chili I’ve made to date!

The Best Vegan Chili- made with a combo of hearty lentils and mushrooms, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite plant-based chili!

The Best Vegan Chili Ingredients

  • Onion and bell peppers are sautéed until soft. Feel free to add spicy peppers if that’s your thing.
  • Chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika round out the flavor profile.
  • Lentils, adzuki beans and mushrooms create a hearty base that’s high in protein.
  • Diced tomatoes and tomato paste offer texture and savory flavor.
  • Vegetable broth adds a little moisture and helps keep the chili from becoming too thick.

The Best Vegan Chili- made with a combo of hearty lentils and mushrooms, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite plant-based chili!

How to Make The Best Vegan Chili 

  1. Saute the onion and peppers until soft.
  2. Toss in your seasonings.
  3. Add the mushrooms and garlic then cook until the mushrooms release their liquid.
  4. Pour in the tomatoes, tomato paste, lentils, adzuki beans and vegetable broth.
  5. Cook until heated through, serve warm and enjoy!

The Best Vegan Chili- made with a combo of hearty lentils and mushrooms, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite plant-based chili!

The Best Vegan Chili- made with a combo of hearty lentils and mushrooms, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite plant-based chili!

Between the classic flavor profile and the simple cooking methods, this is a chili you’ll want to make again and again! Feel free to customize it to your liking by add your favorite spicy peppers and toppings.

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The Best Vegan Chili- made with a combo of hearty lentils and mushrooms, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite plant-based chili!

The Best Vegan Chili

Made with a combo of hearty lentils and mushrooms, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite plant-based chili!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large pot, warm the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and bell peppers, sprinkle with salt and cook for 3 minutes. Next add the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin and smoked paprika. Stir to combine and cook for 3 more minutes.
  • To the pot, add the mushrooms and garlic cloves. Cook for 5 minutes, or until mushrooms start to release their liquid. Pour in the tomatoes with their juices, the drained and rinsed beans and lentils, and vegetable broth. Bring to a low boil and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Serve chili warm with desired toppings and enjoy!

Notes

*Sub 1 cup dry lentils, if desired. Add 2-3 cups broth and cook for 10-15 minutes longer. Add 1/4 teaspoon cayenne if you like a little spice.

Nutrition

Calories: 362kcal, Carbohydrates: 54g, Protein: 19g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 620mg, Potassium: 1348mg, Fiber: 17g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 3025IU, Vitamin C: 91.1mg, Calcium: 126mg, Iron: 7.9mg
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
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