Off the Shelf Vegetarian Chili

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and hearty "Off the Shelf Vegetarian Chili," a perfect balance of convenience, flavor, and nourishment. This chili recipe relies on pantry staples like canned beans, corn, and tomatoes, combined with a robust blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika to deliver bold, smoky flavors in every bite. A splash of soy sauce and a hint of maple syrup add depth and a touch of sweetness, making this dish anything but ordinary. Ready in just 40 minutes, including prep and simmer time, this vegetarian chili is a satisfying one-pot meal that’s as easy to make as it is customizable. Serve it with your favorite toppings—like creamy avocado, sharp shredded cheese, or fresh cilantro—for a cozy, crowd-pleasing dinner that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 ounces canned corn, drained
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or sugar)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• None None optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, or avocado

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, corn, vegetable broth, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Add the soy sauce, maple syrup (or sugar), salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir thoroughly.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or spices to preference.

Step 8

Serve hot, topped with any of your favorite optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, or avocado.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2539.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1964.1

Total Fat 62.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.2g
Cholesterol 15.9mg	0%
Sodium 6370.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 297.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 80.5g	0%
Total Sugars 62.2g
Protein 74.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 653.0mg	0%
Iron 26.9mg	0%
Potassium 5833.8mg	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: 27.5%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 57.9%