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    Vegan Chili Con Carne

    Published: Jun 2, 2023 by Vicky · This post contains affiliate links.

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    Are you looking for a plant-based chili sin carne (means chili without meat) recipe that still packs a punch? Look no further than our Vegan Chili Con Carne recipe! Prepared with a variety of vegetables and plant-based protein, this dish is sure to satisfy even the meat eaters you serve it to. Be sure to also try our Spicy Black Bean Corn Salsa.

    vegan chili con carne with pepper and lime
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    • ⭐Why This Vegan Chili Con Carne is Awesome
    • 🥣Ingredient Notes
    • 📋Step by Step Instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips
    • 🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs
    • 🍲Related Recipes
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    ⭐Why This Vegan Chili Con Carne is Awesome

    • Great alternative for meat lovers
    • Filled with flavorful and nutritious ingredients that will leave you satisfied.
    • Just 60 minutes from start to finish


    🥣Ingredient Notes

    • Vegan ground "beef" - You can use Impossible® Plant-Based Beef or Beyond Beef® Plant-Based Ground.
    • Red kidney beans and green lentils - We used a combination of kidney beans and lentils since they add fiber and protein.
    • Rice - We used white rice, but for more fiber substitute brown rice.
    • Tomato puree or tomato sauce - Creates a rich and savory base for the chili.
    • Red chili peppers - To add some heat.
    • Bell peppers - Add color and texture.
    • Tomatoes - Adds flavor. We use both canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste or puree.
    • Red onions - Finely chopped.
    • Cilantro - Diced for garnish. Skip if you don't like cilantro.
    vegan chili con carne ingredients.jpg


    📋Step by Step Instructions

    STEP 1: Wash and finely chop bell peppers, chili peppers, onions, and garlic.

    choped bell peppers, chili peppers, tomatoes, onions and garlic

    STEP 2: Pour vegetable oil into a large saucepan and heat it up. Fry the onions and garlic over medium heat until softened then add peppers and chillies.

    STEP 3: Add the vegan meat, basil, and tomato puree (or sauce) to the saucepan. Season with paprika then cook on the stovetop for about 10-15 minutes stirring occasionally.

    vegan ground beef with tomato sauce and basil.
    making chili con carne vegan style.

    STEP 4: Add rice and 1 cup of water to the saucepan. Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally.

    rice and chili mix in bowl.

    STEP 5: Add kidney beans, green lentils, and chopped tomatoes. Mix well and simmer for about 25-30 minutes.

    some ingredients for vegan chili con carne

    We garnished our chili con carne with vegan corn chips, lime, cilantro, and organic vegan croutons.

    chili con carne in bowl.

    If you are not a fan of cilantro, you can skip it.

    chili con carne.

    Even though this is a vegan recipe, it will be a hit with even the meat lovers in your house. So make some tonight and enjoy a flavor-filled and nutritious meal!

    spoon of vegan chili con carne.

    👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips

    Tip 1: We used canned kidney beans and green lentils to save time.

    Tip 2: You can also add a cup of canned corn to add sweetness and a bit of crunch to the dish.

    Tip 3: If you prefer black beans or pinto beans to kidney beans, feel free to substitute.


    🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs

    What kind of toppings can you add to this vegan chili con carne?

    To give the meal even more taste and texture, you may garnish it with avocado, cilantro, shredded cheese, and vegan sour cream.

    How do I store chili sin carne?

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.


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    vegan chili con carne

    Vegan Chili con Carne

    Are you looking for a plant-based chili con carne recipe that still packs a punch? Look no further than our Vegan Chili Con Carne recipe! Prepared with a variety of vegetables and plant-based protein, this dish is sure to satisfy even the meat eaters you serve it to.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Diet: Vegan
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 440kcal
    Author: Vicky

    Ingredients

    • 2 bell peppers finely chopped
    • 2 red chili peppers finely chopped
    • 2 red onions finely chopped
    • 3 garlic cloves finely chopped
    • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
    • 0.5 pound Vegan ground "beef"
    • A few leaves fresh basil
    • 1 cup tomato sauce or tomato puree
    • 1 tablespoon paprika powder
    • 1 ½ cup rice
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 cup red kidney beans canned
    • 1 cup green lentils canned
    • 2 tomatoes chopped
    • Fresh Cilantro diced for topping

    Instructions

    • Wash and finely chop bell peppers, chili peppers, onions and garlic.
    • Pour vegetable oil into a large saucepan and heat it up. Fry the onions and garlic over medium heat until softened then add peppers and chillies.
    •  Add the vegan meat, basil and tomato puree to the saucepan. Season with paprika then cook on the stovetop for about 10-15 minutes stirring occasionally.
    • Add rice and 1 cup of water to the saucepan. Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally.
    • Add kidney beans, green lentils, and chopped tomatoes. Mix well and simmer for about 25-30 minutes.
    • Enjoy!

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    Notes

    • We used canned kidney beans and green lentils to save time.
    • You can also add a cup of canned corn to add sweetness and a bit of crunch to the dish.
    • If you prefer black beans or pinto beans to kidney beans, feel free to substitute.
    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 423mg | Potassium: 1040mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2497IU | Vitamin C: 87mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 6mg
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    1. Elisa

      June 03, 2023 at 12:45 am

      5 stars
      Love this Vegan Chili con Carne recipe, specially because I do not eat meat. Will make it for dinner. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    2. Kathryn

      June 02, 2023 at 6:14 pm

      5 stars
      This looks delish! I love how easy it is to whip up and all of the ingredients. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal!

    3. Elizabeth

      June 02, 2023 at 3:07 pm

      5 stars
      What a great vegan recipe! Thanks for the detailed directions and great pictures.

    4. Kushigalu

      June 02, 2023 at 2:47 pm

      LOve this vegan chili. SO flavorful and delicious. Thanks for sharing.

    5. Sara Welch

      June 02, 2023 at 2:12 pm

      5 stars
      This was such a hearty and bold recipe that did not disappoint! I've never had chili without meat, but this was a pleasant and tasty surprise; easily, a new favorite recipe!

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