Best 7 Vegetarian 5 Bean Chili Recipes

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**Dive into a hearty and flavorful fiesta with our vegetarian 5-bean chili, a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate.** This wholesome dish is a delightful blend of five types of beans, each contributing its unique character: kidney beans for a bold presence, black beans for a velvety texture, pinto beans for a nutty flavor, great northern beans for a creamy touch, and cannellini beans for a mild sweetness. Simmered in a rich tomato broth infused with an aromatic blend of spices, this chili is a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a culinary wonderland. Served with a variety of toppings like avocado, sour cream, and shredded cheese, this 5-bean chili is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course, a side dish, or even as a topping for nachos. Whether you're a dedicated vegetarian or simply seeking a hearty and healthy meal, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing vegetarian 5-bean chili.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEG-HEAD THREE-BEAN CHILI



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This Tex-Mex pleaser is another vegetarian happy medium to please meat-eaters and meat-free-ers alike.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons (2 turns around the pan) olive or vegetable oil
1 medium yellow skinned onion, chopped
1 large red pepper, seeded and chopped
1 large green pepper, seeded and chopped
1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
4 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped
1 cup pale beer or vegetable stock/broth
1 (32- ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14-ounce) can black beans
1 (14-ounce) can dark red kidney beans
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cayenne hot pepper sauce, several drops
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 cup spicy vegetarian refried beans
8 ounces (2 cups shredded) spicy Monterey Jack or smoked cheddar
Chopped scallions, whites and greens
Diced fresh seeded plum tomato
Blue and red corn tortilla chips or black bean tortilla chips, for dipping

Steps:

  • Over moderate heat, add oil to a deep pot and combine onion, peppers, and garlic. Saute for 3 to 5 minutes to soften vegetables. Deglaze pan with beer or broth, add tomatoes, black beans, red kidney beans, and stirring to combine.
  • Season chili with cumin, chili powder, hot sauce, and salt. Thicken chili by stirring in refried beans. Simmer over low heat about 5 to 10 minutes longer, then serve up bowls of chili and top with shredded cheese, scallions, and tomatoes. Place bowls on charger plates piled with assorted tortilla chips.

VEGETARIAN BLACK BEAN CHILI



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Vegetarian Black Bean Chili Recipe. Because I'm busy, I like dinnertime to be organized. My secret is keeping the pantry well stocked with basics like olive oil, kosher salt, and a variety of pastas and beans."

Provided by Robyn Fuoco

Categories     Bean     Tomato     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Spice     Bell Pepper     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
1 2/3 cups coarsely chopped red bell peppers (about 2 medium)
6 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 15- to 16-ounce cans black beans, drained, 1/2 cup liquid reserved
1 16-ounce can tomato sauce
Chopped fresh cilantro
Sour cream
Grated MontereyJack cheese
Chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic; sauté until onions soften, about 10 minutes. Mix in chili powder, oregano, cumin, and cayenne; stir 2 minutes. Mix in beans, 1/2 cup reserved bean liquid, and tomato sauce. Bring chili to boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until flavors blend and chili thickens, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle chili into bowls. Pass chopped cilantro, sour cream, grated cheese, and green onions separately.

THREE-BEAN VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Hearty, meatless chili with plenty of veggies.

Provided by ChefBillT

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

¼ cup vegetable oil
1 onion, cut into small dice
1 red bell pepper, cut into small dice
1 green bell pepper, cut into small dice
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
½ (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 ¾ cups water
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans
1 (15.5 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (15.5 ounce) can chickpeas
Sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy 6-quart pot over medium heat. Cook onion, bell peppers, jalapeno, garlic, and salt, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, tomato paste, tomatoes, and water and simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain beans, reserving liquid, and rinse under cold water. Add beans and 3/4 cup reserved liquid to chili and simmer, stirring occasionally, until heated through, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Top each serving with sour cream, cheese, and cilantro (if using).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 17.2 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1060 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

THE BEST VEGETARIAN CHILI EVER



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This is actually THE BEST vegetarian chili recipe you'll ever make! You won't believe there isn't any meat in this delicious vegetarian chili made with two kinds of beans, veggies, tender sweet potato and sweet corn. Perfectly spiced, thick and hearty, and easy to make on the stovetop or in your slow cooker!

Provided by Monique Volz of AmbitiousKitchen.com

Categories     Chili     Dinner     Gluten Free     Grain Free     Nut Free     Vegan     Vegetarian

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 27

½ tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 large carrot, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 (4 ounce) can mild green chiles
1 medium to large sweet potato, peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes
2 1/2 tablespoons mild chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (fire-roasted is great)
3/4 cup vegetarian broth (or water, plus more if it needs more liquid)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 heaping cup frozen sweet corn
To garnish:
Tortilla chips
Lime wedge
Cheese
Avocado
Cilantro
Sour cream/greek yogurt

Steps:

  • Place oil in a large pot and place over medium high heat. Add in garlic, onion, diced carrot, red bell pepper, cubed sweet potatoes and green chiles; saute for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Next add in chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper; stir for about 30 seconds.
  • Finally add in crushed tomatoes, broth/water, black beans, kidney beans and corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until chili thickens and flavors come together. Taste and adjust seasonings and salt as necessary.
  • Garnish with anything you'd like. Makes 6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving about 1 1/2 cups, without toppings), Calories 260 kcal, Fat 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Carbohydrate 53.4 g, Fiber 15.5 g, Sugar 11.4 g, Protein 13 g

FIVE-BEAN CHILLI



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Batch-cook this vegan five-bean chilli, then freeze in portions for busy weeknights. With beans, tomatoes and peppers, it's full of nutritious, filling veg

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1½ tbsp rapeseed oil
1 onion , sliced
2 peppers , sliced
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp ground coriander
2 tsp hot smoked paprika
400g can chopped tomatoes
400g can mixed beans , drained
400g can black beans , drained
pinch of sugar
250g brown rice
½ small bunch coriander , chopped
soured cream or guacamole, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a casserole dish and fry the onion and peppers for 10 mins over a medium heat until the onion is golden brown. Add the garlic and spices, and fry for 1 min. Pour in the tomatoes, both cans of beans, 50ml water, then add the sugar and season. Simmer, stirring regularly, for 15-20 mins until thickened.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rice following pack instructions. Serve the chilli on the rice and scatter over the coriander. Top with a spoonful of soured cream, or guacamole, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 69 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 14 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 0.04 milligram of sodium

FIVE BEAN VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Make and share this Five Bean Vegetarian Chili recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gillian Spence

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 yellow onions, chopped
5 garlic cloves, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
2 yellow bell peppers, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package lentils
1 (16 ounce) can black-eyed peas
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet chili seasoning mix
2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (with liquid)
36 ounces water (2 tomato cans filled)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add onions, garlic and peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables are soft and fragrant.
  • While vegetables are cooking, rinse lentils in a colander under running water. Add lentils and remaining ingredients to kettle.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occauntil lentils are tender and chili is rich and thick.
  • Taste mixture for seasonings. If spicier chili is desired, add additional Tabasco sauce.
  • Serve with hot corn tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.3, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 1142, Carbohydrate 34.1, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 9.8

VEGETARIAN 5 BEAN CHILI



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This recipe evolved from my beef/venison chili recipe while I was pregnant and couldn't tolerate meat in my diet. It's a hearty chili that fills my 6 quart crock pot to the brim. I recommend Muir Glen brand for all of the tomato ingredients, fire roasted if you can find it, organic beans and veggies, and Penzey's chili powders (I use medium hot and regular heat).

Provided by JenShopper1

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h15m

Yield 6 qt, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 (15 ounce) cans soybeans
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans
2 (15 ounce) cans green beans
1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can light kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can vegetarian refried beans
2 1/2 cups baby carrots
1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable bouillon (I prefer Better than Bouillon Vegetable Base or Beef Base for non-vegetarians)
3 -4 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 tablespoon oregano or 1 teaspoon ground oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
0.25 (4 ounce) can chipotle chile in adobo
2 cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • 1. Into a large crock pot or stock pot, empty all cans of tomatoes. Drain beans and add to pot.
  • 2. Finely dice chipotles in adobo or chop in food processor (If you use food processor, remaining chipotles may be saved in ziploc in freezer for future use) and add to pot.
  • 3. Add remaining ingredients to pot.
  • 4. Cook on low for 4-5 hours in crock pot or simmer on the stove until carrots are tender.
  • 5. Serve and top with shredded cheese (for non-vegans).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 23.1, Sodium 617.3, Carbohydrate 51.9, Fiber 19.4, Sugar 11.2, Protein 30.1

Tips:

  • Soak the beans: Soaking the beans overnight or for at least 4 hours will help reduce cooking time and make them more digestible.
  • Use a variety of beans: This recipe uses five different types of beans, but you can use any combination of beans that you like. Just be sure to use a variety of colors and textures for a more interesting dish.
  • Don't overcook the beans: Overcooked beans can become mushy and lose their flavor. Cook the beans until they are just tender, but still hold their shape.
  • Add vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to chili. This recipe uses onions, bell peppers, and corn, but you can add any vegetables that you like.
  • Use spices: Spices are essential for giving chili its flavor. This recipe uses chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano, but you can adjust the spices to your own taste.
  • Simmer the chili: Simmering the chili for at least 30 minutes will help develop the flavors. The longer you simmer it, the better it will taste.
  • Serve with toppings: Chili is often served with toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped onions. You can also serve it with cornbread, crackers, or rice.

Conclusion:

This vegetarian 5-bean chili is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans. The chili is packed with flavor and nutrition, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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