3 Bean Veggie Chili Recipe

Ingredients for 3 Bean Veggie Chili

• Yellow Onions
• Garlic Cloves
• Red Peppers
• Ground Meat Substitute
• Black Eyed Peas
• Black Beans
• Red Kidney Beans
• Tomatoes
• Tomato Paste
• Hot Salsa
• Salt And Pepper

How to Make 3 Bean Veggie Chili

1. Dice 1 large onion and 1 bell pepper (any color). Saute in 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add 1 pound of your favorite hamburger substitute (e.g., Beyond Meat, Impossible Burger) and brown, breaking it up with a spoon.
4. Drain and rinse 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans, 1 (15-ounce) can of pinto beans, and 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans.
5. Add the drained beans to the pot.
6. Stir in 1 (28-ounce) can of crushed tomatoes with their liquid, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and 1 cup of your favorite salsa.
7. Season generously with chili powder (2 tablespoons), cumin (1 teaspoon), oregano (1 teaspoon), salt, and pepper to taste. Add 1 cup of vegetable broth or water.
8. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 1 hour. For deeper flavor, let it sit overnight in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.