Thick and Hearty Vegetarian Chili Story

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 * Smoky, slightly spicy, and oh-so satisfying * Packed with vegetables, two types of beans, and warm spices * Fire-roasted diced tomatoes and green chiles are used to give this soup an extra layer of depth and charred smokiness * Just 10 minutes of prep time

Reasons To Make Thick and Hearty Vegetarian Chili

 – 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil – 1 medium yellow onion, diced – 1 red bell pepper, diced – 1 (7 oz. can) fire-roasted green chiles – 4 garlic cloves, minced – 2 Tablespoons chili powder – 1 Tablespoon ground cumin – 1 teaspoon smoked paprika – 1 teaspoon dried oregano – 1/2 teaspoon salt

Ingredients Needed

 – 1 (28 oz. can) fire-roasted diced tomatoes – 1 (15 oz. can) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed – 1 (15 oz. can) pinto beans, drained and rinsed – 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth – 1/2 lime, juiced – 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) – Garnishes: sliced avocado, grated cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, sour cream, etc.

Ingredients Needed

 Step 1. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed  pot, warm the olive oil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Add the onion,  bell pepper, and chiles, and stir to combine. Cook until onion is  tender and translucent, about 7-8 minutes.

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 Step 2. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and salt, and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.

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 Step 3. Pour in diced tomatoes, both beans, and  vegetable broth, and give it a good stir. Simmer chili (reducing heat to  medium-low or low if necessary) for around 30 minutes, stirring  occasionally.

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 Step 4. Remove from heat and finish chili with fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, and whatever your favorite chili toppings are.

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 Make it vegan/dairy-free: Without any of the garnishes,  this chili recipe is dairy-free. In addition to avocado and tortilla  chips, you could choose a plant-based cheese or sour cream.

Recipe Notes and Helpful Tips

 Use your favorite beans for this chili: I love kidney and pinto beans in my chili, but you can easily substitute black beans, white beans, etc. in this recipe.

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SERVE AND ENJOY!