Best 3 Vegetarian Chili With Avocado Salsa Recipes

Indulge in a hearty and flavorful vegetarian chili that tantalizes your taste buds with a symphony of fresh ingredients. This delectable dish showcases a medley of wholesome beans, crisp vegetables, and aromatic spices, all simmered to perfection in a rich tomato broth. Accompany this chili with a refreshing avocado salsa, a vibrant blend of creamy avocado, tangy tomatoes, and zesty cilantro, adding a burst of color and flavor to each bite. Dive into this satisfying vegetarian chili, a perfect balance of warmth, comfort, and nourishment, complemented by the vibrant avocado salsa, creating a culinary experience that will leave you craving more.

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

VEGETARIAN CHILI WITH AVOCADO SALSA AND SOUR CREAM

Vegetarian Chili with Avocado Salsa and Sour Cream image

This Mexican-inspired, vegetarian chili is a hearty meal to serve a crowd. Made with Veggie Ground Round, it has the taste and substance of a chili made with meat, so even meat-lovers will love it! Serve with some avocado salsa and a big dollop of sour cream to counteract the spiciness. If you'd prefer to use actual meat, ground beef, turkey or chicken are easy to swap in. Makes great leftovers!

Provided by Chelsea

Categories Main

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 28

Ingredients

Chili:
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 small yellow onions, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
1 red pepper, chopped
1 yellow pepper, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp oregano
½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
½ tsp salt
¼ cup tomato paste
680g Yves Veggie Ground Round (2 small packs)
2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 28-oz cans of diced tomatoes
3 cups vegetable broth (or water)
.
Avocado Salsa:
2 avocados, pitted and diced
2 Tbsp red onion, minced
1 Tbsp cilantro, chopped
Juice from one lime
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ tsp paprika
.
Sour cream, to serve

Steps:

In a large, heavy-bottom pot over medium heat, saute onions in oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Add in garlic, jalapeno, peppers, carrots, chili powder, cumin, oregano, red chili flakes and salt; stir well and cook for another 5 minutes until peppers have softened.
Stir in tomato paste, then crumble in the ground round. Add the beans, diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring well. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 1½ to 2 hours until the vegetables have cooked down and the chili has thickened.
To make the avocado salsa, combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Serve on top of a large bowl of chili with a big dollop of sour cream.

QUICK VEGETARIAN CHILI WITH AVOCADO SALSA RECIPE - (5/5)

Quick Vegetarian Chili with Avocado Salsa Recipe - (5/5) image

Provided by bedwards99

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

CHILI
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chiles
2/3 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley
1/4 cup water
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14.5-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can vegetable broth
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
6 lime wedges
18 baked tortilla chips

Steps:

Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté 3 minutes. Add chili powder and next 4 ingredients (chili powder through green chiles); cook 1 minute. Stir in barley and next 4 ingredients (barley through broth); bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes or until barley is tender. Stir in cilantro. Serve with sour cream, lime wedges, chips, and Avocado Salsa. Note: Store chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

INSANELY EASY VEGETARIAN CHILI

Insanely Easy Vegetarian Chili image

This chili is SO easy to make. You can pretty much throw whatever you have into the pot and it'll be great. (I added some leftover salsa once.) It's very colorful, not to mention delicious.

Provided by Tia the Baker

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Vegetarian

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onions
¾ cup chopped carrots
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
¾ cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 ½ cups chopped fresh mushrooms
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes with liquid, chopped
1 (19 ounce) can kidney beans with liquid
1 (11 ounce) can whole kernel corn, undrained
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil

Steps:

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onions, carrots, and garlic until tender. Stir in green pepper, red pepper, celery, and chili powder. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 6 minutes.
Stir in mushrooms, and cook 4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, kidney beans, and corn. Season with cumin, oregano, and basil. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to medium. Cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 423.3 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

Tips:

Use a variety of beans. This will give your chili a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, and chickpeas.
Don't be afraid to add some spice. Chili is a great dish to experiment with different spices. Some popular options include chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Let your chili simmer for a long time. This will allow the flavors to develop and deepen. The longer you simmer your chili, the better it will taste.
Serve your chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, and salsa.

Conclusion:

Vegetarian chili is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold night. It is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a vegetarian chili recipe that everyone will enjoy.