Best Hearty Meatless Chili Recipes

HEARTY MEATLESS CHILI

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Years ago I found a recipe for chili con carne. I tried it and changed the spices, reduced the oil and added vegetables to make it more attractive. Dozens have enjoyed the results and asked for the recipe! -Lois Beach, College Station, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium zucchini, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
3 tablespoons cornmeal
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
GARNISH:
8 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
8 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
8 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in zucchini and carrots. Add the cornmeal, chili powder, paprika, sugar, cumin and cayenne; cook and stir for 1 minute. , Stir in tomatoes and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Garnish each serving with sour cream, green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 466mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

HEARTY MEATLESS CHILI

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A thick rich chili, where you won't miss the meat at all. I make double batches and freeze it for quick meals during the winter. The combination of veggies makes this taste so good. I usually puree all the veggies together to make a rich broth and and sneak the veggies in for unsuspecting kids. Try it. You'll like it. And it's easy on the budget.

Provided by Grace4Gayle

Categories Beans

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 small onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup dry red wine or 3/4 cup water
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans recipe-ready diced tomatoes, undrained
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 maggi vegetarian vegetable flavor bouillon cubes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 (15 ounce) cans canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
sour cream (optional)

Steps:

COMBINE onion, bell pepper, celery, wine and garlic in large saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for 6 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
ADD tomatoes and juice, water, tomato paste, boullion, cilantro, chili powder and cumin; stir well. Stir in beans. Bring to a boil; cover. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes. Serve with sour cream.
FOR FREEZE AHEAD:.
PREPARE as above; do not top with sour cream. Cool chili completely. Place in airtight container; freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator.
HEAT in large saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.4, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 0.1, Sodium 753.3, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 11, Sugar 9.4, Protein 10.1

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