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45 Minute Vegetarian Chili

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Posted:4/25/16
Updated:10/15/19
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Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

Vegetarian Chili

Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

Last weekend we had some pretty amazing chili for lunch while we were out of town.   The chili was filling, tasty with great spices and had that very important texture that ground meat gives in dishes.  The thing is though, this was vegetarian chili.

After I exclaimed for the 20th time how great this chili was (everyone agreed – vegetarians and meat eaters) I then made it my goal to make similar style homemade chili in my kitchen.  This 45 Minute Vegetarian Chili recipe was born!

Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

Vegetarian Chili Recipe

The chili is made up vegetables: tomatoes, bell pepper, corn, carrot, jalapeno and diced green chilies.  Now comes the beans: black and kidney beans.  There’s plenty of spices: garlic, bay leaf, cumin, oregano, chili powder salt and pepper.      We’re going to give it that texture that ground meat gives it with meatless crumbles.

 If you’re a meat eater and you’re thinking “yuck” you better check yourself because these are good (I promise!).   It has the same texture consistency of meat while being tasty.  I recommend using Neat or Morningstar brands for crumbles.    Matthew (husband) is a meat and potatoes guy. His dream meal is a pot roast with mashed potatoes and he even says how good this recipe is, so you can trust me (and him). 

Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

For this recipe I used Neat Original crumbles.  All you do is add water and two eggs to the mix and then brown just like ground beef.   As soon as it’s sizzling in your frying pan you’ll become a fan.  And look – it’s not even scary looking!  (This is great to use in pasta sauces too!).
Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

After you gather all your ingredients, then you’ll start adding them into the pot and within 45 minutes you’ll have a big bowl of delicious Chili to serve to your family!   This was a dinner table hit with the bowl being licked clean – there was no leftovers!  
Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

I suggest serving it alongside some warm buttered cornbread – yum!  And add some shredded cheese on top if you’d like because shredded cheese makes everything better. 🙂
Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

Once you make this recipe you might never add ground meat to your chili again – it’s that good!
Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

Hope you enjoy!  Have a great dinner.
Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

Delicious Vegetarian Chili made in 45 minutes that even meat eaters will love!

Looking for more vegetarian recipes? Try my Vegetarian Collard Greens or Dairy Free Mashed Potatoes!

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45 Minute Vegetarian Chili Recipe. This is so easy to make and filled with healthy vegetables!
serves 6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 green bell pepper - chopped
  • 1 large carrot - chopped
  • 1 jalapeno - chopped and deseeded
  • 1 4 oz can of diced green chilies
  • 1 clove garlic - minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 12 oz vegetarian meat crumbles cooked
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 28 oz cans of diced tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can of black beans
  • 1 15 oz can of kidney beans
  • 1 15 oz can of corn
  • shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Add olive oil to large pot over medium high heat.
  • Add green pepper, carrot, jalapeno, green chilies and garlic. Mix until garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Add bay leaf, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper and crumbles. Mix.
  • Add chili powder, tomatoes, black beans and kidney beans. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • With 5 minutes left, add corn to pot and stir.
  • Serve in bowls and sprinkle with cheddar cheese on top.
Course:Main Course
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  1. Louise says

    April 28, 2016 at 6:02 pm

    Now that’s my kinda chili, Pamela, inspired, quick, easy and oh so kicken’

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  2. Ashley says

    April 28, 2016 at 12:08 pm

    I love a good veggie chili! This one would be no exception – I would gobble it up in no time!

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  3. Joy | Yummy Seconds says

    April 27, 2016 at 11:16 pm

    This chili looks hearty and delicious. Thanks so much for stopping by the blog. Hope you’re having a wonderful week.

    Reply
  4. grace says

    April 27, 2016 at 12:48 pm

    don’t get me wrong–i love a meaty chili. however, they’re never as colorful as a veggie chili, and often not nearly as delicious!

    Reply
  5. John/Kitchen Riffs says

    April 27, 2016 at 10:36 am

    Try adding sweet potatoes to your veggie chili. They’re amazing. Speaking of which, this looks amazing, too. Love flavorful dishes like this that are good. And good for you. Thanks!

    Reply
  6. handmade by amalia says

    April 27, 2016 at 10:22 am

    Looks GOOD!
    Amalia
    xo

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  7. Megan - The Emotional Baker says

    April 27, 2016 at 8:41 am

    I love veggie packed chili! This looks phenomenal and I can’t wait to give it a try!

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  8. Emma @ Bake Then Eat says

    April 27, 2016 at 8:04 am

    Oh yum I’m loving this all theses veggies, this dish has me drooling! Nothing beats a great veggie chilli and it looks like you have one here 🙂

    Reply
  9. Liz @ The Clean Eating Couple says

    April 26, 2016 at 2:16 pm

    This looks so good!! I’m normally a meat and potatoes girl too – so I feel for your hubby! I want to try this!

    Reply
  10. Heather says

    April 26, 2016 at 12:13 pm

    This looks delicious! I make a lot of chili here – almost always vegetarian. I have never used meat crumbles before! Usually I just put in black beans/pinto beans, but this looks like something I will have to try!

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  11. Monica says

    April 26, 2016 at 9:48 am

    I’m about to go into the kitchen to make some spicy black beans…now I see this vegetarian chili and it sounds even better! I love all the ingredients and am definitely curious to try the meat crumbles since I’ve never had it. I’m sure it soaks up all the great flavors.

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  12. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    April 26, 2016 at 7:24 am

    You just can’t beat a homemade veggie chilli – it’s just so comforting. I am loving all the bright colours in it too.

    Reply
  13. Aarika says

    April 25, 2016 at 9:12 pm

    This sounds amazing! I love chili and your vegetarian recipe is filled with so many delicious ingredients. I can’t wait to try this. Thanks!

    Reply

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