This Homemade Vegetarian Chili recipe is a superb meat free recipe. It is hearty and healthy and perfect for the vegetarian in your life! It is very easy to tweak this recipe to make it vegan too – simply use toppings which are dairy free as the chili itself is vegan.
My trick for perfect veggie chili texture is to blend a portion of the sauce. To do this, I transfer about 1½ cups of the chili to a blender, making sure to include some of the liquid. I then blend until smooth and then I return the smooth blended thickened mixture back into the saucepan. If you don’t have a blender, you can blend the sauce briefly using an immersion blender, or simply mash it with a potato masher until it reaches a thicker, more chili-like consistency.
To make Homemade Vegetarian Chili, you will need the following ingredients:
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Add 1 medium chopped red onion, 1 large chopped red bell pepper, 2 medium chopped carrots, 2 chopped ribs of celery and ¼ teaspoon of the salt. Combine the ingredients and cook until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally for 7 to 10 minutes.
Add the 4 cloves of minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 2 teaspoons of ground cumin, 1 ½ teaspoons of smoked paprika and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano to the veggies. Cook while stirring constantly for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add a can of diced tomatoes and their juices to the saucepan and add 2 drained cans of black beans and 1 drained can of pinto beans, 2 cups of vegetable broth and a bay leaf. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Simmer gently, while stirring occasionally for 30 minutes.
Take the saucepan of chili from the heat and discard the bay leaf.
Transfer 1½ cups of the chili sauce to a blender, including some of the liquid. Fasten the lid securely and blend until smooth. Return the blended mixture to the saucepan.
Add 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro and stir to combine, before mixing in 1-2 teaspoons of vinegar and ¼ teaspoon of salt, to taste.
Serve in individual bowls, garnished with your favorite toppings - I like sliced avocado, tortilla chips and sour cream.
This Homemade Vegetarian Chili is a delicious vegetarian recipe which is easy to make vegan if you like. Try it soon and come back to leave a comment telling me what you think.
Tastes like home!
I tried this chili for family night, and everyone loved it. The blend of flavors is amazing, and it was easy to prepare. I added some corn for a twist. Will definitely make it again.
OMG, this chili is so bomb! Made it for game night with my hubby and friends, and everyone went back for seconds! It's super easy to whip up, and I love that I can tweak it for my vegan pals. Total win! 🌶️🙌
I made this chili for a family game night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved how hearty and flavorful it was. My secret was blending part of the chili to get that perfect texture, just like the recipe suggested. I can't wait to make it again!
Tried this chili last week! Was super easy to make and my kids loved it. I blended half the mix for a smooth vibe and it was so tasty. Perfect for our family movie night!
This chili is just awesome. I whipped it up on a chilly night and my husband couldn’t believe it was vegetarian. I love that I could adjust it to our taste, and blending some of it made it so creamy. It’s a total win for cozy dinners.
This chili is bomb! I made it for my wife and she was so impressed. Used mixed beans and crushed tomatoes – so easy to make! I blended some of the sauce, and it gave it a nice thick texture. Definitely a win for our cozy night in.
Superb chili! My kids devoured it.
This chili is so simple and delicious. I made it for a potluck and everyone loved it.
Chili was great! My wife and I made it last weekend while reminiscing our first date. The smell filled our home just like back then. So hearty, simple, and flavorful. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Delicious!
Superb recipe! My kids loved it.
¡Delicioso! Hice este chili para una noche con amigos y todos quedaron impresionados. Es facil y lleno de sabor. Usé frijoles frescos y le dió un toque único. Definitivamente lo haré de nuevo.
I'm so thankful for this simple chily recipe. It reminds me of cozy nights with friends. I blended a bit for that perfect texture and it turned out great. I even added some avacados on top as a special touch. It's easy, healthy, and a real crowd pleaser.
Delicious! Made this chili for a cozy night in, and it warmed my heart as much as my belly. Perfect for me as a single foodie.
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