Vegetarian Chili Disney World

Bring the magic of Disney to your dining table with this hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Chili inspired by the culinary delights of Disney World! Packed with healthy vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and celery, along with protein-rich black and kidney beans, this plant-based chili is a comforting meal that’s both wholesome and satisfying. A blend of bold spices—including chili powder, smoked paprika, and ground cumin—creates a rich, smoky flavor profile, perfectly rounded out by a touch of tomato paste and vegetable broth. This one-pot wonder is ready in just under an hour, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or meal prep option. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra pop of freshness, and enjoy a taste of Disney magic at home! Perfect for chili lovers, plant-based eaters, and those seeking an easy vegetarian comfort food recipe, this chili ticks all the right boxes.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the frozen corn kernels and simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 9

Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2849.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1910.2

Total Fat 65.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.9g
Cholesterol 15.9mg	0%
Sodium 6083.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 273.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 85.9g	0%
Total Sugars 64.2g
Protein 77.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 813.5mg	0%
Iron 30.6mg	0%
Potassium 6731.1mg	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: 29.5%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 54.9%