Vegetarian Chili Recipe

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My husband and I try to have at least one vegetarian meal each week, and this is one of our favorites. The recipe makes a large pot of chili that's chock-full of color and flavor. Once the chopping is done, it's quick to cook. —Marilyn Barilleaux Bothell, Washington

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Vegetarian Chili Recipe
  • Prep: 10 min. Cook: 40 min.
  • Yield: 16 Servings
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Ingredients

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

Directions

  • In a Dutch oven, saute zucchini, onions and peppers in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, jalapeno and seasonings. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Yield: 16 servings.

Editor's Note: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving (1 cup) equals 131 calories, 4 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 622 mg sodium, 18 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 5 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Vegetarian Chili in Taste of Home February/March 2001, p27

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Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2013 by fettersamy

I made this for a group of my husbands buddies and they all loved it. I wouldn't change a thing.

Reviewed on Mar. 11, 2012 by Wag234

I've made this recipe several times and it is delicious! I ususally cut the recipe in half (except the canned items) as there is only my husband and I (usually) eating.

Reviewed on Oct. 19, 2011 by BBagins

I have made this recipe many times and still love it! It is my standby if I am having vegetarians for dinner. I made it again this past weekend and am looking forward to the leftovers again tonight.

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2011 by JCrank

A very tasty, nutritious recipe!

Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2011 by Becky Ewing

This chili is fantastic! My husband and I both enjoyed it and will be making it again. We are trying to put more vegetables in our diet and this is a great way to do it. I shared some with a friend and she loved it too!

Reviewed on May. 15, 2011 by lorchen

I love this recipe and will definitely make it again!

Reviewed on Feb. 07, 2011 by szekeryandme

I changed it a little by adding some additional spice and more sauce but this was so satisfying and my husband didn't even know it was vegetarian until after he had his third helping and I told him. I highly recommend this dish!

Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2011 by annk908

Love it!!!! :)

Reviewed on Jan. 06, 2011 by huntinmama8

excellent, add 1 lb of ground venison!!!

Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2010 by forsmiley

Made them tonight for my family, my husband loves it! my kids asked for seconds, will make it again and again!

Reviewed on Oct. 08, 2010 by Rebekah Doran

Mmmm, very good. A great way to use up zucchini. Looking forward to making it again.

Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2010 by katlaydee3

Very good, everyone loved it.

Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2009 by besemann

Made this chili for holloween last year and the crowd loved it. They requested it again this year.

 
 

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