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15 Minute Vegetarian Chili Recipe

This incredibly quick and cheap vegetarian chili recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights! Made with simple ingredients (for about $3!), this hearty chili simmers in just 15 minutes. Enjoy it solo, as a burrito filling, or top it with your favorite fixings. Easily made vegan by omitting the cheese – perfect for a satisfying and budget-friendly meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 226.2 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 15 Minute Vegetarian Chili

  • 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • Salsa
  • Water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

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How to Make 15 Minute Vegetarian Chili

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 cup of vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of oregano, and a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional).
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, or until heated through and flavors have melded.
  5. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese (optional), sour cream or Greek yogurt (vegan option: cashew cream), your favorite hot sauce, and/or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

1g

Carbs

13g

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