Ain T No Beans About It Vegan Chili Recipe

Warm up on a chilly evening with this hearty and flavorful vegan chili! Made with simple pantry staples, this recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with deliciousness. Perfect for a Lenten meal or any night you crave comforting, plant-based goodness. Serve with crusty bread for dipping!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 196 kcal
Protein 19g
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Ingredients for Ain T No Beans About It Vegan Chili

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How to Make Ain T No Beans About It Vegan Chili

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and minced), and 1 cup of chopped carrots. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Pour in 2 cups of vegetable broth, 1 (28-ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed). Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of trimmed green beans and 2 cups of fresh spinach. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted and the flavors have melded.
  4. If the chili is too thick, add more vegetable broth or water, 1/2 cup at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

2g

Carbs

11g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ain T No Beans About It Vegan Chili?

Ain T No Beans About It Vegan Chili takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ain T No Beans About It Vegan Chili?

Ain T No Beans About It Vegan Chili has approximately 196 calories per serving, with about 19 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ain T No Beans About It Vegan Chili?

The key ingredients for Ain T No Beans About It Vegan Chili are Onion, Carrot, Garlic Cloves, Olive Oil, Jalapeno, Crushed Tomatoes. See the full list with measurements above.

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