Prepared Dish, Legume | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free High Fiber Low Fat

Vegetarian Chilis

N/A Allergen-Free
Vegetarian Chilis

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae, Solanaceae, Alliaceae
  • Primary Cuisine North American, Tex-Mex
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Beans, Tomatoes, Peppers, Onions

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A hearty, savory stew made with beans, vegetables, spices, and often plant-based protein, omitting meat.

Sensory Profile

TasteUmami, Savory, Spicy, Earthy, Sweet
TextureThick, Hearty, Chunky, Soft
AromaSpicy, Smoky, Garlicky, Tomato, Earthy
AcidityMed

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 250 g (1 cup)
Calories120 kcal
Total Fat2 g
Saturated Fat0.5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein8 g
Total Carbohydrate20 g
Dietary Fiber7 g
Total Sugars4 g
Calcium60 mg
Iron2 mg
Potassium400 mg

Chef’s Secret

Bloom your dry spices in a little oil before adding liquid to enhance their flavor significantly. A touch of cocoa powder can deepen the umami.

Substitutions

Best Match

Lentil Soup/Stew

1:1

Offers similar hearty, savory, and legume-based qualities with a different texture.

Three-Bean Salad (hot version)

1:1

Focuses on beans and vegetables, can be seasoned similarly to mimic chili flavors.

Minestrone Soup

1:1

Vegetable and pasta-based hearty soup, but with a distinct Italian flavor profile.

Brunswick Stew (vegetarian version)

1:1

A thick, vegetable-heavy stew that can be adapted to a vegetarian recipe.

Buying Guide

Look for brands with whole ingredients and low sodium. Home-cooked is best for customization.

Flavor Pairings

Cornbread rice sour cream (dairy-free optional) shredded cheese (dairy-free optional) avocado.

Recipes Using Vegetarian Chilis

Bean And Rice Stuffed Red Bell Peppers Crock Pot image 165
Low Carb Main Ingredient Vegetarian Peppers

Bean And Rice Stuffed Red Bell Peppers Crock Pot

A vibrant and hearty vegetarian stuffed pepper recipe, perfect for a crowd-pleasing Father's Day dinner or any weeknight meal! This simple, make-ahead dish features tender red bell peppers filled with a flavorful mix of beans, rice, and chili, slow-cooked to perfection in your crock-pot. Customize it to your spice preference and enjoy a delicious, healthy meal the whole family will love.

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