Dairy-Free Hearty Chili with Corn

Savor the bold flavors of this Dairy-Free Hearty Chili with Corn—a wholesome, one-pot wonder that’s packed with vibrant vegetables, plant-based protein, and warm, smoky spices. This comforting chili features a medley of diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and sweet corn, simmered in a rich vegetable broth and seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a flavorful kick. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this dairy-free recipe is loaded with nutrition and naturally gluten-free. Ready in just under an hour, it’s a satisfying option for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers throughout the week. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an added pop of freshness and serve it as is or alongside crusty bread for the ultimate plant-based comfort meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 28 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Frozen or fresh corn kernels
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers, carrot, and celery, and cook until they begin to soften, around 5 more minutes.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste to the vegetables, stirring well to coat.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, corn, and vegetable broth, then stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, allowing it to simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3079.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1994.2

Total Fat 65.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.9g
Cholesterol 15.9mg	0%
Sodium 6308.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 92.3g	0%
Total Sugars 68.3g
Protein 80.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 891.9mg	0%
Iron 34.0mg	0%
Potassium 7430.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.6%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 55.9%