Vegan Chilli Con Carne

Warm up your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Vegan Chilli Con Carne, a plant-based take on the classic comfort food. Packed with protein-rich kidney and black beans, vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and celery, and spiced with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this recipe delivers a bold and satisfying punch of flavor in every bite. A rich tomato base, a splash of soy sauce, and a hint of cilantro (if desired) elevate this dish, making it anything but ordinary. Perfectly seasoned and simmered to perfection in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is both nutritious and incredibly easy to make—a dream for busy weeknights. Serve it with rice, tortilla chips, or enjoy on its own for a warming, plant-powered meal that the whole family will love. Vegan, gluten-free, and utterly irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup sweet corn
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced red and green bell peppers, carrot, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir to coat the vegetables with the spices.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and mix well to incorporate.

Step 7

Pour in the can of diced tomatoes, along with their juices.

Step 8

Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans, black beans, and sweet corn.

Step 9

Pour in the vegetable broth and soy sauce. Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 10

Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 11

Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 12

Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 13

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2844.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1711.2

Total Fat 41.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4636.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 84.4g	0%
Total Sugars 56.8g
Protein 76.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 756.7mg	0%
Iron 30.7mg	0%
Potassium 6553.1mg	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: 20.9%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 61.8%