Cajun Veggie Chili Recipe

Name: Cajun Veggie Chili Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 1 lrg Onion, peeled, cut in 1/4-inch cubes; 1 x Green bell pepper, cored, seeded, Cut in 1/4-inch cubes; 1 x Red bell pepper, cored, seeded Cut in 1/4-inch cubes; 1 Tbsp. Garlic, chopped; 2 1/2 Tbsp. Chili pwdr; 1 Tbsp. Cumin, grnd; 28 ounce Peeled plum tomatoes, lightly crushed, With juices; 2 tsp Thyme, dry; 2 can (15 1/4 ounce) Black-eyed peas or possibly black beans; 1 can Corn kernels, cooked; 1 lrg bunch Spinach, fresh, stems removed, Well washed, coursely minced; 1 x salt and pepper to taste; 2 Tbsp. Lemon juice, fresh White rice, cooked, for serving; 1/2 c. Plain yogurt; 4 x Scallions, 3 inches of green left on, Thinly sliced on the diagonal

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1 lrg Onion, peeled, cut in 1/4-inch cubes
1 x Green bell pepper, cored, seeded, Cut in 1/4-inch cubes
1 x Red bell pepper, cored, seeded Cut in 1/4-inch cubes
1 Tbsp. Garlic, chopped
2 1/2 Tbsp. Chili pwdr
1 Tbsp. Cumin, grnd
28 ounce Peeled plum tomatoes, lightly crushed, With juices
2 tsp Thyme, dry
2 can (15 1/4 ounce) Black-eyed peas or possibly black beans
1 can Corn kernels, cooked
1 lrg bunch Spinach, fresh, stems removed, Well washed, coursely minced
1 x salt and pepper to taste
2 Tbsp. Lemon juice, fresh White rice, cooked, for serving
1/2 c. Plain yogurt
4 x Scallions, 3 inches of green left on, Thinly sliced on the diagonal

1
Place the oil, onion, and peppers in a large, heavy pot over low heat.
2
Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 12 min or possibly till the vegetables are very soft.
3
Add in garlic; cook 2 min longer.
4
Add in chili pwdr and cumin; cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
5
Add in the tomatoes and thyme; simmer over medium heat for 10 min.
6
Add in the black-eyed peas and corn; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 min longer.
7
Remove from heat.
8
Add in the spinach and stir in the lemon juice.
9
Serve over white rice, garnished with a dollop of yogurt and sprinkeled with scallions.

533

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil, 1 lrg Onion, peeled, cut in 1/4-inch cubes, 1 x Green bell pepper, cored, seeded, Cut in 1/4-inch cubes, 1 x Red bell pepper, cored, seeded Cut in 1/4-inch cubes, and more.

Yes, Cajun Veggie Chili Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!