VEGETARIAN ZUCCHINI CHILI

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As written - this is also vegan. The recipe makes a lot. It freezes very well. If you eat dairy, garnishes such as sour cream and grated Parm cheese can be used. I love it served with a firm polenta wedge. Black beans can be subbed for the kidney beans. Recaito is an inexpensive, cilantro-based cooking sauce found in the Goya brand section of most grocery stores.

Provided by Kathy228

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups zucchini, unpeeled grated
2 cups zucchini, thin sliced
1 1/2 cups yellow squash, unpeeled chunked
1 cup celery, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
2 cups water
1 (29 ounce) can whole tomatoes & juice
2 tablespoons recaito (optional sauce)
3 tablespoons chili powder (I use this -- Chili Powder)
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper
1/2 cup pitted ripe olives, sliced
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 1/2 cups mushrooms, sliced
1 medium onion, chunked
1 1/2 tablespoons jalapeno peppers, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large chili pot.
  • Sauté all zucchini, squash, celery and chopped onion til tender - about 9 minutes.
  • To the pot, add the sauce ingredients to the zucchini mixture.
  • Simmer slowly, uncovered, 1-1/2 hour. Stir occasionally.
  • Add olives, kidney beans, mushrooms, chunked onion, optional pepper. Simmer 30 minutes.
  • Serve over slabs of firm polenta or rice. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

mwesige deo
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian chili recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's flavorful, healthy, and easy to make.


Kamel Khand
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This chili is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. They'll never know they're eating zucchini!


Sumbal Ayoob
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I love that this chili is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


somaya sime
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This chili is perfect for a crowd. I made it for a potluck and it was a hit.


Adil Khattak
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I'm a huge fan of zucchini, so I was excited to try this chili. It didn't disappoint! The zucchini added a great sweetness and texture.


anowar Shah
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This chili is a great base recipe. I've made it several times and have always enjoyed it.


Diana Jo Hall Wilson
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I didn't like the texture of the zucchini in the chili. I think it would be better with a different vegetable.


Padrepio Anthony
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This chili was too watery for my taste. I had to simmer it for longer to thicken it up.


Tim O'Connell
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I found this chili to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices to taste.


Prasiddha Dhakal
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This chili is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I'll probably use less chili powder next time.


Mulu Beyene
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this chili. It's a great meatless meal.


Traneah Parker
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I added a can of corn and a can of black beans to my chili. It made it even more hearty and delicious.


Fahad Zia
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I made this chili in my slow cooker, and it turned out perfect. The flavors had plenty of time to meld together.


Karki Pramesh
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This chili is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it fills you up.


Sachindra Sada
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I love that this chili is made with zucchini. It's a great way to get more vegetables into my diet.


Srijana Basnet
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This chili is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor.


Antoinette Allen
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian chili recipes, and this one is a keeper!


Abu Salam
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This recipe is a great way to use up zucchini from the garden. I will definitely be making it again.


Touch Vong
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I made this chili for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.


subhan qureshi
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This vegetarian zucchini chili is absolutely delicious! The flavors are rich and complex, and the zucchini adds a nice sweetness and texture.