Kristin's Vegan Chili With Cashews Recipe

Name: Kristin's Vegan Chili With Cashews
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 medium onions, chopped; 2 large red peppers, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 4 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon oregano; ½ teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 16 ounces chopped tomatoes; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 bay leaf; 1 ½ cups cashews; 1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu; 15 ounces black beans; 15 ounces kidney beans

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 medium onions, chopped
2 large red peppers, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
16 ounces chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 bay leaf
1 ½ cups cashews
1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu
15 ounces black beans
15 ounces kidney beans

1
In large pot, heat olive oil.
2
Add peppers, celery, and half of the onions and cook over medium heat until onions are cooked.
3
Stir in garlic, basil, oregano, chili powder, cumin, black pepper.
4
Add tomatoes (in juice), vinegar, and bay leaf.
5
Reduce heat to low and continue cooking 2-3 minute.
6
Stir in cashews, cook over low heat 16-17 minutes.
7
Saute tofu with remaining onions and garlic.
8
Then add to pot with beans and cook another 25 minutes, stirring frequently.
9
Chili is done when all ingredients are well blended and soft and chili is thick and bubbling.
10
Top with remaining cashews once served in bowls.

435

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 medium onions, chopped, 2 large red peppers, chopped, 2 stalks celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Kristin's Vegan Chili With Cashews 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!

Kristin's Vegan Chili With Cashews

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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