Best 5 Autumnal Vegetarian Chili Recipes

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**Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Autumnal Vegetarian Chili, a culinary masterpiece bursting with the essence of fall.**

As the days grow crisp and the leaves turn vibrant hues, we present a heartwarming dish that captures the very essence of autumn. Our Autumnal Vegetarian Chili is a symphony of flavors, a harmonious blend of fresh vegetables, aromatic spices, and the rich, smoky taste of fire-roasted tomatoes. With three distinct variations – Classic, Sweet Potato and Black Bean, and Pumpkin – this chili is a versatile delight that caters to every palate. Dive into the hearty embrace of the Classic, where tender kidney beans, corn, and bell peppers dance in a savory tomato broth, or embark on a flavor adventure with the Sweet Potato and Black Bean variation, where sweet potatoes and black beans add a delightful textural contrast. For a unique twist, the Pumpkin variation offers a velvety smooth texture and a subtle sweetness that will surprise and delight your taste buds. With our Autumnal Vegetarian Chili, you can savor the essence of fall in every spoonful.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST VEGETARIAN CHILI IN THE WORLD



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Break out your soup pot and fix up a batch of this delicious, spicy vegetarian chili today! It's ready in no time, and packed with vegetables, beans - and flavor!

Provided by calead910

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ medium onion, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon salt
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 green bell peppers, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chile peppers, drained
2 (12 ounce) packages vegetarian burger crumbles
3 (28 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes, crushed
¼ cup chili powder
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and season with bay leaves, cumin, oregano, and salt. Cook and stir until onion is tender, then mix in the celery, green bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, garlic, and green chile peppers. When vegetables are heated through, mix in the vegetarian burger crumbles. Reduce heat to low, cover pot, and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Mix the tomatoes into the pot. Season chili with chili powder and pepper. Stir in the kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and black beans. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 45 minutes. Stir in the corn, and continue cooking 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.6 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 18.1 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 2571.2 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

CONTEST-WINNING VEGETARIAN CHILI



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My husband and I love vegetarian Dutch oven recipes-and this vegetarian chili is one of our favorites. It makes a huge pot that's chock-full of color and flavor. And once the chopping is done, it's quick to cook. -Marilyn Barilleaux, Bothell, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 medium zucchini, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (28 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook zucchini, onions and peppers in oil over medium-high heat until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute., Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VEGETARIAN CHILI WITH WINTER VEGETABLES



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I have made several versions of vegetarian chili; in some the beans take center stage, others are just as focused on vegetables. This thick, satisfying chili is equally focused on both. I particularly like the way the sweet flavor and comforting, creamy texture of the winter squash plays against the spicy flavors in the chili.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 recipe simmered pintos or 3 (14-ounce) cans
2 tablespoons grapeseed, sunflower or canola oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 large or 2 medium carrots, cut in small dice
1 red pepper, diced (optional)
2 large garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons mild ground chili (or use hot, or use more)
1 tablespoon lightly toasted cumin seeds, ground
1 28-ounce can chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano, preferably Mexican oregano
2 tablespoons tomato paste dissolved in 1 cup water
2 cups diced winter squash (about 3/4 pound)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Grated cheddar or Monterey Jack, or crumbled queso fresco for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the beans on top of the stove in a large soup pot or Dutch oven.
  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a heavy nonstick skillet and add the onion, carrot and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender and beginning to color, about 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic, stir together until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute, and add the ground chili and cumin. Cook, stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes, until the mixture begins to stick to the pan. Add the tomatoes and oregano, and salt to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down and the mixture is beginning to stick to the pan, about 10 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste dissolved in water and bring back to a simmer. Season with salt to taste and simmer, stirring often, for 10 minutes, until the mixture is thick and fragrant.
  • Stir the tomato mixture into the beans. Add the winter squash and bring to a simmer. Simmer, stirring often, for 30 to 45 minutes. It is important to stir often so that the chili doesn't settle and stick to the bottom of the pot. It should be thick; if you desire you can thin out with water. Taste and adjust salt.
  • Shortly before serving stir in the cilantro and simmer for 5 minutes. Spoon into bowls. If you wish, top with grated cheddar, Monterey jack, or crumbled queso fresco.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 81, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 417 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PERFECT FOR AUTUMN VEGETARIAN CHILI



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With cooler weather here, now is the perfect time to make a hearty, but easy to make, warm dish. This meatless dish will give you plenty of energy as you tackle fall chores or watch football games. It's very versatile with lots of individual options for adding or substituting other ingredients. Enjoy!!

Provided by Healthy Debbie

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup textured vegetable protein (TVP)
7/8 cup water
1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon granules
1 1/2 cups canned tomatoes, petite diced works well (plain or flavored)
1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 1/2 cups canned chili beans or 1 1/2 cups red kidney beans
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
7 -8 sprigs fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Boil the water and add to the textured vegetable protein. Let it sit until most of the water is absorbed.
  • Saute the onion and pepper in the olive oil until soft.
  • Combine the TVP, onions and peppers, diced tomatoes, and the rest of the ingredients into a teflon lined pan and cook on medium low for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.8, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 273.5, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 7.1

AUTUMNAL VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Simmer

Yield 8 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 small sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 parsnips, peeled and chopped
3 carrots, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
1/2 red onion, chopped
4 cloves of garlic, minced or chopped
2 T olive oil
1 large can of tomato puree (28oz)
2 c. of corn
1 can of black beans
1 can of garbanzo beans
2 c. of vegetable broth
1 1/2 T. chili powder
1 T. cumin
1 T. turmeric
1 t. cayenne
Salt/pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot, saute onions and garlic in olive oil for 5 minutes. Add sweet potatoes, parsnips and carrots. Continue to saute for another 5 minutes. Add red pepper and tomato puree and vegetable broth. Add rest of spices. Adjust to taste (more cayenne to make it hotter etc). Add corn and beans. Simmer low for 20 minutes.

Tips:

  • For a smokier flavor, roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or under a broiler before peeling and dicing.
  • To make the chili ahead of time, cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • When you're ready to serve the chili, reheat it over medium heat until warmed through. You can also add additional toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado.
  • If you don't have any pumpkin puree on hand, you can make your own by roasting a pumpkin and then pureeing it in a blender or food processor.
  • This chili is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. If you have any leftover roasted vegetables, such as carrots, parsnips, or sweet potatoes, you can add them to the chili.

Conclusion:

This autumnal vegetarian chili is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold fall day. It is packed with vegetables and spices, and the pumpkin puree gives it a rich and creamy flavor. This chili is also relatively easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting meal, give this autumnal vegetarian chili a try.

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