Best Vegetarian Zucchini Chili Recipes

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VEGETARIAN ZUCCHINI CHILI



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As written - this is also vegan. The recipe makes a lot. It freezes very well. If you eat dairy, garnishes such as sour cream and grated Parm cheese can be used. I love it served with a firm polenta wedge. Black beans can be subbed for the kidney beans. Recaito is an inexpensive, cilantro-based cooking sauce found in the Goya brand section of most grocery stores.

Provided by Kathy228

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups zucchini, unpeeled grated
2 cups zucchini, thin sliced
1 1/2 cups yellow squash, unpeeled chunked
1 cup celery, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
2 cups water
1 (29 ounce) can whole tomatoes & juice
2 tablespoons recaito (optional sauce)
3 tablespoons chili powder (I use this -- Chili Powder)
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper
1/2 cup pitted ripe olives, sliced
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 1/2 cups mushrooms, sliced
1 medium onion, chunked
1 1/2 tablespoons jalapeno peppers, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large chili pot.
  • Sauté all zucchini, squash, celery and chopped onion til tender - about 9 minutes.
  • To the pot, add the sauce ingredients to the zucchini mixture.
  • Simmer slowly, uncovered, 1-1/2 hour. Stir occasionally.
  • Add olives, kidney beans, mushrooms, chunked onion, optional pepper. Simmer 30 minutes.
  • Serve over slabs of firm polenta or rice. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

RAINBOW VEGGIE CHILI



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Multi-colored vegetables make this chili delicious and pretty! Serve with cornbread for a great fall dinner.

Provided by theveggieone

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 zucchini, sliced
1 yellow squash, sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, with liquid
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can chili beans in spicy sauce, undrained
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Stir in zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, jalapeno, garlic, and onion. Cook 5 minutes, just until tender.
  • Mix tomatoes with liquid, tomato paste, black beans, corn, and chili beans in spicy sauce into the pot. Season with chili powder, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 670.2 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

VEGETARIAN SKILLET CHILI



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If you keep canned beans, tomatoes, onion and garlic in your pantry, you can make this dish on any weeknight without having to shop. The pickled onions aren't strictly necessary, but they are simple to make and add a welcome tangy contrast to the beans. Pickled peppers are a fine substitute. If you have a bell pepper or jalapeño or two, chop them up and sauté them with the onions. And if you want to be fancy, grate the zest off the lime before juicing for the pickles, and stir it into the sour cream.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, weekday, weeknight, soups and stews, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lime
1 red onion or shallot, thinly sliced
Large pinch of kosher salt
Small pinch of granulated sugar
Olive or grapeseed oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, or to taste, minced
1 teaspoon chile powder, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano, plus more to taste
2 (15-ounce) cans beans, drained
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with their juices
Kosher salt
Fresh cilantro, diced avocado and sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the pickled onions: Squeeze lime juice into a bowl, and add onion, salt and sugar. Let rest while you make the chili.
  • Prepare the chili: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add the oil. When hot, add onion and sauté until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic, chile powder and oregano and sauté until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Add beans and tomatoes and a few large pinches of salt and let simmer until the tomatoes break down, about 20 minutes.
  • Taste and add more salt, chile powder and/or oregano to taste. Serve with the pickled onions and any of the garnishes you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 317, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 959 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams

VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Make and share this Vegetarian Chili recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 (28 ounce) cans Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • In lg pot, saute zucchini, onion, peppers and garlic in oil until tender.
  • Stir in all remaining ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Vegetarian skillet chili screams comfort food to me. This recipe makes me feel warm and fuzzy, and it's loved by both my vegetarian and non-vegetarian friends. -Casey Hill, London, United Kingdom

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small red onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 small carrot, chopped
2 cans (14 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup water
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Optional: lime wedges and chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir 3-5 minutes. Add red pepper, zucchini and carrot. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Add tomatoes, beans, water and seasonings. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 40 minutes adding more water as needed. If desired, serve with lime and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VEGETARIAN CHILI



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A variety of vegetables, a rich tomato base, and just the right amount of spice make this vegetarian chili a satisfying option in only 35 minutes. Vegetarians will ask for this chili again and again. You may even convert meat lovers to vegetarian chili!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced medium
4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch dice
3/4 cup (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (15.5 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15.5 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent and garlic is soft, about 4 minutes. Add cumin and chile powder, season with salt and pepper, and cook until spices are fragrant, 1 minute. Add zucchini and tomato paste; cook, stirring frequently, until tomato paste is deep brick red, 3 minutes. Stir in black beans, pinto beans, and both cans diced tomatoes. Add 2 cups water and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce to a medium simmer and cook until zucchini is tender and liquid reduces slightly, 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 10 g

VEGETARIAN CHILI



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 30

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onions
1 cup chopped red bell peppers
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 to 3 serrano peppers, stemmed, seeded, and minced, depending upon taste
1 medium zucchini, stem ends trimmed and cut into small dice
2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
1 1/2 pounds portobello mushrooms (about 5 large), stemmed, wiped clean and cubed
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespooon ground cumin
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
4 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
3 cups cooked black beans, or canned beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup vegetable stock, or water
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Cooked brown rice, accompaniment
Sour cream or strained plain yogurt, garnish
Diced avocado, garnish
Essence, recipe follows, garnish
Chopped green onions, garnish
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions, bell peppers, garlic, and serrano peppers, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the zucchini, corn, and mushrooms, and cook, stirring, until soft and the vegetables give off their liquid and start to brown around the edges, about 6 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin, salt and cayenne, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and stir well. Add the beans, tomato sauce, and vegetable stock, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the cilantro. Adjust the seasoning, to taste.
  • To serve, place 1/4 cup of brown rice in the bottom of each bowl. Ladle the chili into the bowls over the rice. Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and spoonful of avocado. Sprinkle with Essence and green onions and serve.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
  • Published by William and Morrow, 1993.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calorie, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat 0.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 1 milligrams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 15 grams

VEGETARIAN CHILI(EMERIL LAGASSE)



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Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. I have changed things around just a leeetle bit! On Foodnetwork, this has 135 great reviews!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Beans

Time 55m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 30

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onions
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 -3 serrano peppers, stemmed, seeded, and minced (depending upon the heat level you want)
1 medium zucchini, stem ends trimmed and cut into small dice
2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
1 1/2 lbs portobello mushrooms, stemmed, wiped clean and cubed (about 5 large)
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
4 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
3 cups cooked black beans, rinsed and drained (or canned beans)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup vegetable stock or 1 cup water
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
cooked brown rice, accompaniment
sour cream or strained plain yogurt, garnish
diced avocado, garnish
chopped green onion, garnish
creole seasoning, : (Emeril's Essence or also referred to as Bayou Blast)
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions, bell peppers, garlic, and serrano peppers, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the zucchini, corn, and mushrooms, and cook, stirring, until soft and the vegetables give off their liquid and start to brown around the edges, about 6 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin, salt and cayenne, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and stir well. Add the beans, tomato sauce, and vegetable stock, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the cilantro. Adjust the seasoning, to taste.
  • To serve, place 1/4 cup of brown rice in the bottom of each bowl. Ladle the chili into the bowls over the rice. Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and spoonful of avocado. Sprinkle with Essence and green onions and serve.
  • Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning:.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Yield: 2/3 cup.

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