Vegetarian chili with zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes, pinto beans, and black beans, seasoned with warm spices and fresh herbs. A colorful, hearty meatless dinner.
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Best Vegetarian Chili
Best Vegetarian Chili is hearty, colorful, and packed with flavor—no meat required. Zucchini, peppers, onions, and beans simmer together in a rich tomato base with warm spices, fresh herbs, and just a touch of sweetness to balance it all out. It’s thick, cozy, and deeply satisfying, the kind of chili that even meat-eaters happily go back for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights, feeding a crowd, or making ahead and enjoying all week long.
Ingredients
Method
- In a large pot, cook zucchini, onions, and peppers in oil and butter over medium heat until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute.
- Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
A tiny monster for chili night: An OTOTO Nessie ladle adds a little silliness while serving this vegetable-and-bean chili. Scoop it into bowls and pass the toppings around. The zucchini, peppers, and beans are doing the serious work; the ladle can have some fun.
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