Best 6 Vegetarian Chili With Black Beans Recipes

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Discover the delightful flavors of a hearty and satisfying Vegetarian Chili with Black Beans, a plant-based dish that combines the goodness of vegetables, beans, and aromatic spices. This meatless chili is packed with textures and tastes, featuring tender black beans, crisp bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, and a blend of spices that create a symphony of flavors in every bite. The addition of sweet corn and tangy lime juice adds a refreshing twist to this comforting dish, making it a perfect meal for any occasion. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a protein-rich alternative or a meat-lover looking to explore plant-based options, this Vegetarian Chili with Black Beans is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.

**Additional Recipes Included in the Article:**

1. **Classic Vegetarian Chili:** Embark on a culinary journey with this timeless vegetarian chili recipe that showcases the harmonious blend of beans, vegetables, and spices. Savor the rich tomato broth infused with the flavors of bell peppers, onions, and a touch of heat from chili powder.

2. **White Bean and Kale Chili:** Experience the creamy texture and earthy notes of white beans and kale in this hearty chili. The addition of sweet potatoes, fire-roasted tomatoes, and a hint of smoked paprika elevates this dish to a comforting and flavorful meal.

3. **Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili:** Indulge in a vibrant and colorful chili featuring roasted sweet potatoes, plump black beans, and a medley of spices. The sweetness of the potatoes pairs perfectly with the smoky chipotle peppers, creating a delightful balance of flavors.

4. **Butternut Squash and Chickpea Chili:** Discover the unique and nutty flavor of butternut squash in this creamy and satisfying chili. Chickpeas add a boost of protein, while a blend of spices, including cumin, coriander, and paprika, creates a warm and inviting aroma.

5. **Roasted Poblano and Corn Chili:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this smoky and slightly spicy chili. Roasted poblano peppers, charred corn, and a blend of traditional chili spices come together to create a complex and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your taste buds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST BLACK BEAN CHILI!



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Truly the best black bean chili recipe!! It ultra-quick and easy to make (less than 10 mins prep time), it's naturally gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan (although you can add meat if you'd like), it only calls for 8 main ingredients, and it's SO flavorful and delicious.

Provided by Ali

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dry black beans, rinsed and picked over
1 medium white onion, peeled and diced
6 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
6-8 cups vegetable stock (or water*)
2 cups (16 ounces) salsa verde, homemade or store-bought
1 (15-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (12-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and diced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder**
salt and pepper, to taste
toppings: diced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, diced red onion, shredded cheese, sliced jalapeños or serranos

Steps:

  • Add black beans (no need to pre-soak), onion, garlic, 6 cups stock, salsa verde, diced tomatoes, roasted red peppers, cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the bowl of your Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
  • Close lid securely and set vent to "Sealing".
  • Press "Manual", then press "Pressure" until the light on "High Pressure" lights up, then adjust the +/- buttons until time reads 38 minutes. Cook. Then very carefully, turn the vent to "Venting" for quick release, and wait until all of the steam has released and the valve has dropped. Remove the lid, and give the soup a good stir.
  • Then, if you would like a brothier soup, feel free to add in 1-2 extra cups of vegetable stock. (If not, leave the soup as-is.) Taste, and season with extra salt and pepper as needed.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with lots of your favorite toppings. Or transfer to sealed containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Add black beans (no need to pre-soak), onion, garlic, 6 cups stock, salsa verde, diced tomatoes, roasted red peppers, cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the bowl of your slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook for 6-8 hours on high, or until the beans are completely tender. Give the mixture a good stir.
  • Then, if you would like a brothier soup, feel free to add in 1-2 extra cups of vegetable stock. (If not, leave the soup as-is.) Taste, and season with extra salt and pepper as needed.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with lots of your favorite toppings. Or transfer to sealed containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil (extra ingredient for stovetop version) in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant.
  • Add in beans (pre-soaked overnight***) 6 cups stock, salsa verde, diced tomatoes, roasted red peppers, cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer. Then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 45 minutes, or until the beans are completely tender, stirring occasionally.
  • If you would like a brothier soup, feel free to add in 1-2 extra cups of vegetable stock. (If not, leave the soup as-is.) Taste, and season with extra salt and pepper as needed.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with lots of your favorite toppings. Or transfer to sealed containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

VEGETARIAN CHILI WITH BLACK BEANS



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Quick, easy, and delicious vegetarian bean chili. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream, grated Monterey Jack cheese, and chopped green onions. Serve with corn bread or rice.

Provided by Gene Payne

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 (15 ounce) cans black beans
¼ cup olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
2 medium red bell peppers, coarsely chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Drain black beans, reserving 1/2 cup liquid. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic; saute until onions are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Add chili powder, oregano, cumin, and cayenne pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add reserved black beans, 1/2 cup bean liquid, and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend and chili thickens, about 15 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle chili into bowls to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 18.7 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1244.6 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

EASY BLACK BEAN CHILI



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This Black Bean Chili recipe is easy to make and full of big flavor! It's cozy and hearty, the ideal vegetarian dinner idea.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Main dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium yellow onion
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup dry quinoa
1 cup water
3 15-ounce cans black beans, drained (not rinsed)
2 28-ounce cans diced tomatoes, fire roasted if possible
4 tablespoons salted butter (replace with 2 tablespoons olive oil or refined coconut oil for vegan)
1 15-ounce can corn (or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn)
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons each chili powder and dried oregano
1 tablespoon each garlic powder and cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Steps:

  • Dice the onion. Mince the garlic.
  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, until tender.
  • Add all other ingredients except for the smoked paprika. Simmer for 25 minutes, then stir in the smoked paprika. Serve immediately with toppings of your choice. Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 3 days, or frozen for 3 months.
  • Follow the instructions above, but remove the smoked paprika (the fire will add smoky flavor). If you're taking it camping, prep the minced onion and garlic and place in a sealed container. Place the ingredients from water through kosher salt in another large sealed container (keep out the dry quinoa and add when cooking). Keep everything cool until making the chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Sugar 18.3 g, Sodium 1895.8 mg, Fat 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0.3 g, Carbohydrate 69.6 g, Fiber 17.6 g, Protein 16.6 g, Cholesterol 20.4 mg

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

VEGETARIAN BLACK-BEAN CHILI



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Talk about quick comfort-this half-hour chili satisfies like the best of them, especially when topped with your favorite fixings.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 zucchini (about 1 pound total), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cans (19 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn kernels, thawed

Steps:

  • In a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes.
  • Add zucchini, carrots, chili powder, and cumin. Cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Add beans, tomatoes, corn, and 1 cup water. Simmer until slightly thickened and carrots are soft, 8 to 10 minutes more.

VEGETARIAN BLACK BEAN CHILI



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A spicy chili if you want it to be, depending on how much chili and curry powder you add. Not your typical chili. Best if left to cool and then reheated. Serve with brown rice.

Provided by AEMACIVOR

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

½ cup applesauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon dried sage
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 pinch asafoetida powder
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 yellow squash, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1 sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 quart water, or as needed

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-low heat, mix the applesauce, brown sugar, coriander, cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, cloves, rosemary, sage, thyme and asafoetida powder. Cook just until heated through. Stir in black beans and tomato paste. Mix in garlic, onion, squash, carrots, sweet potato and mushrooms. Pour in enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Fat 0.8 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 259.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use canned black beans and corn. Just be sure to rinse and drain them before adding them to the chili.
  • If you don't have chili powder, you can use a combination of cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper to create a similar flavor.
  • For a spicier chili, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. You can also add a chopped jalapeño pepper.
  • To make the chili thicker, mash some of the beans with a fork or potato masher.
  • For a more smoky flavor, add a chipotle pepper to the chili.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, diced avocado, or chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

This vegetarian chili with black beans is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold night. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The chili can be made in a slow cooker or on the stovetop, and it can be served with a variety of toppings. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this vegetarian chili a try.

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