Simple Vegetarian Chili Recipe

Name: Simple Vegetarian Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes; 1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 1 large Spanish onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup frozen corn; 3 -4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (14 ounce) can black beans; 1 (14 ounce) can red beans; 1 (12 ounce) package veggie crumbles; 2 ½ teaspoons cumin; 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 3 -4 dashes thyme; 1 dash oregano; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 large Spanish onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup frozen corn
3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
1 (14 ounce) can black beans
1 (14 ounce) can red beans
1 (12 ounce) package veggie crumbles
2 ½ teaspoons cumin
1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 -4 dashes thyme
1 dash oregano
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1
Coat the bottom of a large pot with olive oil.
2
Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, on medium, medium-low until translucent.
3
Add garlic and crushed red pepper and cook, stirring frequently, for about a minute or so.
4
Then add the bell pepper and cook for about 3 more minutes, or until slightly softened.
5
Add both cans of crushed tomato and your stewed tomato.
6
Stir mixture so ingredients are distributed evenly.
7
Drain and rinse black and small red beans and add to pot and stir again, making sure all ingredients are distributed evenly.
8
Now add all spices, adjusting amounts to taste.
9
Stir well, then cover and let simmer.
10
I recommend letting it simmer for about two hours if possible to bring out flavor.
11
If you are short on time, one hour will do.
12
Once it sits overnight it will taste just as good either way.
13
About 3/4 into your chosen cooking time add the frozen corn and veggie crumbles and stir until distributed evenly.
14
Let simmer for the remaining cooking time.
15
Divide into bowls and serve by itself, over rice, with sour cream and shredded cheese, or grated parmesan cheese.

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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.

My Personal Notes

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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 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, 1 bell pepper, chopped, 1 large Spanish onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Simple Vegetarian Chili 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!

Simple Vegetarian Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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