VEGGIE & BEAN CHILI
Warm, hearty, and packed with fresh vegetables, beans, tomatoes, and a medley of flavorful spices, this Veggie & Bean Chili is a delightful dish that’s perfect for chilly days.
VEGGIE PACKED FLAVOR EXPLOSION
Zesty onions, crisp celery, vibrant peppers, and tender zucchini join forces with rich and juicy stewed tomatoes and tomato sauce creating a colorful and flavorful base for this veggie-packed sensation.
SIMMER SLOWLY
Savor the magic of this slow-simmered chili, where an hour of patient cooking melds spices and beans into a hearty, comforting bowl you will crave. Perfect for any occasion.
SIMPLE STEPS FOR THIS VEGGIE & BEAN CHILI
Sauté Onions, Celery, Zucchini, Red & Green Bell Peppers, Jalapenos, & Add Spices
Add Stewed Tomatoes & Tomato Sauce
Drain, Rinse, & Add Pinto & Black Beans
Veggie & Bean Chili Ingredients
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Veggie & Bean Chili
Ingredients
- Drizzle Olive Oil
- 1 Medium Yellow Onion
- 4 Ribs Celery
- 2 Medium Zucchini
- 1 Green Pepper
- 1 Red Pepper
- 1 to 2 Jalapeno Peppers
- 2 tbsp Minced Garlic
- ¼ Cup Chili Powder
- 2 tsp Sugar
- 2 tsp Salt
- 2 Cans Stewed Tomatoes (Large 28 oz Can)
- 1 Can Tomato Sauce (15oz)
- 1 to 2 Cans Pinto Beans (15oz)
- 1to 2 Cans Black Beans (15 oz)
Options for Serving:
Instructions
Saute the Veggies
- Drizzle a generous amount of olive oil in a 6 to 8 quart stockpot over medium heat.Drizzle Olive Oil
- Dice the onion and add it to the pot.1 Medium Yellow Onion
- As the onions are cooking, dice the celery, zucchini, and peppers, adding them to the pot as completed, and continue cooking and stirring often.4 Ribs Celery, 2 Medium Zucchini, 1 Green Pepper, 1 Red Pepper
- Dice the jalapeno (and seed if desired to reduce heat), and stir well.1 to 2 Jalapeno Peppers
Add Seasonings
- Add the minced garlic and stir well.2 tbsp Minced Garlic
- Add the chili powder, sugar, and salt. Stir well.¼ Cup Chili Powder, 2 tsp Sugar, 2 tsp Salt
Add Tomatoes & Beans
- Add the stewed tomatoes and tomato sauce to the pot.2 Cans Stewed Tomatoes (Large 28 oz Can), 1 Can Tomato Sauce (15oz)
- Drain the pinto and black beans and add them to the pot.1 to 2 Cans Pinto Beans (15oz), 1to 2 Cans Black Beans (15 oz)
- Bring the chili to a slight boil, mix well, and then turn down the heat.
Simmer
- Simmer the mixture for at least 30 minutes, up to 1 hour and 30 minutes, with an average of 1 hour, depending on the desired melding of flavors and softening of textures.
- Stir and check the heat occasionally, adjusting as needed.
Options to Serve With:
- Serve in bowl and top with favorite toppings, including salt to taste.Oyster Crackers, Franks RedHot Sauce (or preferred hot sauce), Diced Green Onions, Vegan Sour Cream, Vegan Shredded Cheese
