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Incredibly Easy Vegetarian Chili

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This Incredibly Easy Vegetarian Chili is a comforting, flavorful dish made with fresh vegetables, beans, and spices. Quick and easy to prepare, it's a hearty, vegan-friendly meal that's perfect for any occasion. Full of nutrition and rich flavors, it's a must-try for chili lovers.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • ¾ cup chopped carrots
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • ¾ cup chopped celery
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1½ cups chopped fresh mushrooms
  • 1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes with liquid, chopped
  • 1 (19-ounce) can kidney beans with liquid
  • 1 (11-ounce) can whole kernel corn, undrained
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1½ teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1½ teaspoons dried basil

Instructions

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onions, carrots, and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the chopped green and red bell peppers, and celery to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, approximately 6 minutes.
  • Stir in the chili powder and chopped mushrooms. Cook until the mushrooms are softened, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, and corn to the pan. Season with ground cumin, dried oregano, and dried basil.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Notes

  • To make it spicier, add diced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper.
  • Feel free to swap the kidney beans for black beans or chickpeas.
  • Add zucchini, corn kernels, or spinach to boost nutrition.