Soy-Free Hearty Chili with Corn

Dive into a comforting bowl of Soy-Free Hearty Chili with Corn, a vibrant, flavor-packed dish perfect for weeknight dinners, game days, or meal prep. This vegan, gluten-free chili brims with wholesome ingredients like tender kidney and black beans, sweet corn, and a medley of colorful vegetables simmered in a savory spiced tomato broth. Free from soy yet loaded with robust chili powder, smoky paprika, and aromatic cumin for a satisfying depth of flavor, this one-pot recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Ready in just an hour, and customizable with toppings like fresh cilantro, this nutritious chili serves as a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal that's perfect for feeding the whole family or stashing away as leftovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 stalk celery stalk, diced
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned corn, drained
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the red and green bell peppers, carrot, and celery. Cook for another 6-8 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, corn, and vegetable broth to the pot.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. If you prefer a spicier chili, add more chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper.

Step 8

Optional: Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your hearty, soy-free chili!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3362.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2020.6

Total Fat 45.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7680.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 353.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 94.7g	0%
Total Sugars 82.4g
Protein 86.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 844.3mg	0%
Iron 35.2mg	0%
Potassium 8506.1mg	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: 18.7%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 65.2%