Easy, 30-minute Hearty Vegan Chili that's thick, flavorful, and delicious. Made with two types of beans and warm spices - perfect cold weather comfort food! (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free)
This easy vegan chili recipe is super satisfying with hearty beans and vegetables in a thick, flavorful tomato sauce. And it only takes 30 minutes to make.
The award for ultimate cold-weather comfort food definitely goes to chili. Such satisfying goodness that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients for Vegan Chili
For this recipe you'll need:
- Onion
- Red bell pepper
- Garlic
- Black beans + kidney beans
- Canned diced tomatoes (or fire-roasted)
- Tomato paste
- Vegetable broth
- Chili powder (I use mild)
- Ground cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Dried oregano
This version is mild (if using mild chili powder) so add cayenne pepper, chipotle, or hot sauce if you want to spice it up.
I also enjoy adding zucchini. Or you can try butternut squash, sweet potato, or corn for a little sweetness.
Hearty Vegan Chili
Ingredients
- 1 onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 4 cloves garlic
- 15 oz. can black beans
- 15 oz. can kidney beans
- 15 oz. can diced tomatoes (I use petite diced)
- 6 oz. tomato paste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 Tbsp. chili powder (use mild, or cut back if desired)
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Optional: cayenne pepper or chipotle powder for a kick
Toppings of choice (optional):
- Green onion, avocado, cilantro, vegan sour cream, etc.
Instructions
- Dice onion and bell pepper.
- In a large stockpot over medium heat, sauté onion and bell pepper in water/broth for about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, mince garlic. When onion is translucent, add garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Stir and sauté 1 minute.
- Add vegetable broth, tomatoes with juice, and tomato paste. Bring to a light boil.
- Meanwhile, rinse and drain beans.
- Add beans, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
- Serve with toppings of choice.
Notes
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Unknown
I just found your recipe, and threw everything in my crockpot!! I’m excited to try it this evening.
cheryl johnigean
I recently made this chili and it was excellent! I added an extra can of white chili beans and turned out sooo delicious!
Kaitlin McGinn
Good idea Cheryl! And great call with the white bean addition. Appreciate the feedback - have an awesome week!
Unknown
This is the best chili I've ever made! Served it with cornbread, and added a little cayenne pepper for more spice.
-Amy
Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer
So great to hear that, Amy! Thank you!
MMR
Great flavor! I added one small can of corn and 1/2 package of Boca Veggie Crumbles and a little extra water. Everyone in the family from the 25 year old to the 85 year old loved it. It is replacing the recipe I've used for the past 30 years!
Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer
Wow that's amazing! I love your additions. Thanks for your kind and helpful feedback!
Taylor Gorski
Delicious! Just made this on a chilly night and I am so satisfied! Thanks for the great recipe.
Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Lily
I've made this chili 2 times now and it's been delicious both times. Great recipe!
Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer
That's so great! Thanks for sharing!