Hearty Winter Vegetable Chili
Warm up on those chilly days with our Hearty Winter Vegetable Chili, a delightful blend of beans, fresh vegetables, and robust spices simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. This vibrant chili is not only vegetarian but is also packed with protein and fiber, making it both satisfying and nutritious. With its rich flavors and delightful aromas, it’s perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep. Pair it with crispy tortillas, fluffy cornbread, crusty French bread, or a steaming bowl of rice for a complete meal that brings warmth and comfort. Best of all, this chili can be frozen for future indulgences, and leftovers are fantastic layered on nachos for a quick snack or light meal. Enjoy the comfort of home in every bite!
8
Servings
200
Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
Condensed black bean soup
1 (11 ounce) can (or canned black beans in juice)
Kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can (drained and rinsed)
Garbanzo beans
1 (15 ounce) can (drained and rinsed)
Vegetarian baked beans
1 (16 ounce) can
Chopped tomato puree
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can (or large 29 oz. can crushed tomatoes)
Whole kernel corn
1 (15 ounce) can (drained)
Onion
1 (chopped)
Green bell pepper
1 (chopped)
Zucchini
2 (chopped)
Celery
2 stalks (chopped)
Garlic cloves
2 (chopped)
Diced chilies
1 (4 ounce) can
Jalapeño
1-2 (chopped depending on desired heat)
Chili powder
1 tablespoon
Cumin
2 teaspoons
Dried parsley
1 tablespoon
Dried oregano
1 tablespoon
Dried basil
1 tablespoon
Cilantro
1 tablespoon (optional)
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion, green bell pepper, zucchini, and celery in a bit of oil for about 5 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
2
Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a slow cooker. Add in the black bean soup (or canned black beans), kidney beans, garbanzo beans, vegetarian baked beans, chopped tomatoes, drained corn, jalapeño, and diced chilies.
3
Stir well to combine all ingredients. Season with the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, dried parsley, oregano, basil, and cilantro (if using).
4
Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken.
5
Once cooked, stir well and taste for seasoning adjustments, if desired.
6
Serve hot with your choice of tortillas, cornbread, rice, or French bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
2g
Fat
36g
Carbs
11g
Protein
8g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Winter Vegetable Chili?
Hearty Winter Vegetable Chili is a flavorful blend of beans, fresh vegetables, and robust spices simmered to perfection in a slow cooker.
Is this chili recipe vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is vegetarian and uses vegetarian-friendly ingredients like beans and fresh produce.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
How many calories are in one serving of this chili?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
What types of beans are used in this recipe?
The chili uses black bean soup (or canned black beans), kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and vegetarian baked beans.
How long does it take to cook in a slow cooker?
The chili should be covered and cooked on low for about 6 hours.
Do I need to sauté the vegetables before putting them in the slow cooker?
Yes, for the best flavor, sauté the onion, green bell pepper, zucchini, and celery in a saucepan for about 5 minutes until they soften.
Can I freeze the Hearty Winter Vegetable Chili?
Yes, this chili is freezer-friendly and can be stored for future meals.
Is this chili high in fiber?
Yes, it is packed with fiber, providing 8g per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving provides 11g of protein.
What can I serve with this chili?
It pairs well with crispy tortillas, cornbread, crusty French bread, or steamed rice.
How can I use leftover chili?
Leftovers are fantastic when layered on nachos for a quick snack or light meal.
Is this chili spicy?
The recipe includes jalapeños and diced chilies, but you can adjust the heat level by choosing the amount of jalapeño used.
What vegetables are included in the recipe?
The recipe includes onion, green bell pepper, zucchini, celery, tomatoes, corn, and jalapeños.
What spices are needed for the chili?
You will need garlic, chili powder, cumin, dried parsley, oregano, basil, and optional cilantro.
Can I use crushed tomatoes instead of puree?
Yes, you can substitute a 29 oz. can of crushed tomatoes for the chopped tomato puree.
How many cloves of garlic are required?
The recipe calls for 2 chopped garlic cloves.
Should I drain the canned beans?
The kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and corn should be drained and rinsed (where applicable), but the black bean soup or canned black beans are used with their liquid.
Is cilantro required for this recipe?
No, cilantro is listed as an optional ingredient.
What is the fat content per serving?
This chili is low in fat, with only 2g per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 36g of carbohydrates.
What size of diced chilies should I buy?
A standard 4-ounce can of diced chilies is recommended.
How many zucchinis are used in the chili?
The recipe calls for 2 chopped zucchinis.
Is this recipe good for meal prep?
Yes, its large yield and the fact that it stays fresh or can be frozen make it ideal for meal prep.
Can I make this on the stovetop instead?
While designed for a slow cooker, you can simmer it on low on the stovetop once all ingredients are combined until the flavors meld.
What category of food does this fall under?
This recipe is categorized under Beans.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 19 ingredients included in this hearty winter chili.
Is there any cholesterol in this dish?
The provided nutritional data indicates that there is no cholesterol recorded for this vegetarian recipe.
What type of bell pepper is recommended?
One green bell pepper, chopped, is used in this recipe.
How long should I sauté the base vegetables?
You should sauté the onion, green pepper, zucchini, and celery for about 5 minutes.