Gluten-Free Hearty Vegan Chili

Warm up with a bowl of Gluten-Free Hearty Vegan Chili, a deliciously wholesome and satisfying dish packed with plant-based protein and vibrant vegetables. This recipe combines a medley of fresh ingredients like bell peppers, carrots, and celery, simmered with tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas in a bold, smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Perfect for vegans and gluten-free eaters alike, this chili is easy to make in under an hour and delivers big on flavor without any animal products or gluten. Serve it up with your favorite toppings—think creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime—for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal that's hearty, healthy, and perfect for cozy nights in.

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
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers, carrots, and celery. Cook for 7-8 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Step 5

Add canned diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas to the pot.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and add tomato paste, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Add chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Step 8

Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot, topped with your favorite chili toppings like avocado, cilantro, or lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3236.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2345.9

Total Fat 71.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.9g
Cholesterol 15.9mg	0%
Sodium 8637.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 342.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 109.1g	0%
Total Sugars 74.5g
Protein 99.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 973.3mg	0%
Iron 40.7mg	0%
Potassium 7614.2mg	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: 26.8%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 56.8%