Best Vegan Chili Recipe

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(Last Updated On: August 21, 2023)

Best Ever Vegan Chili Recipe

This homemade vegan chili recipe is packed with so much flavor!

It has veggies, three kinds of beans, corn, peppers, tomatoes, and quinoa.

Quinoa is really the secret ingredient in this recipe, it makes the soup that much heartier and adds even more protein.

This one pot chili recipe is perfect anytime, and it’s on the table in no less than 30 minutes!

Vegan Black Bean Chili



This vegan chili is one of my most favorite comfort foods to make.

When I’m in need of something quick and fuss-free that’s warming and hearty, this chili is a no-brainer!

A delicious one-pot recipe that simmers all the ingredients and flavors together with minimal effort on my part – perfection!

Vegan Quinoa Chili

Easy Quinoa and Black Bean Chili

This yummy chili has three types of beans: black beans, kidney beans and pinto beans. 

It also has corn, peppers, tomatoes, quinoa and spices like chili powder, cumin and smoked paprika.

These flavors combine perfectly with the onion, garlic and veggie stock base, creating a soup that’s healthy and full of flavor.

Easy Vegetarian Chili

Another thing I love about this recipe is that the ingredients are very pantry friendly.

Canned beans, quinoa, veggie stock and spices can be kept in the pantry, and any corn or other veggies of choice can be frozen.

It’s so convenient and the only thing you really need that’s fresh is onion and garlic (if you’re feeling extra lazy, sometimes I even sub these for dried powders so I don’t have to chop anything!).

If you’re looking for a similar recipe, my Vegan Stuffed Peppers are stuffed with many of the same ingredients and baked to perfection!

Healthy Vegan Chili Recipe

How to Make Vegan Chili

Cooking the Base

To start making this yummy soup, start by placing the olive oil, chopped onion, garlic and pepper into a large pot over medium heat.

Cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the onion is translucent, stirring occasionally, and that’s your base!

Cooking Vegan Chili

Now add the remaining ingredients all at the same time (except for the corn).

Give it a good stir and cover.

Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is soft and has cracked open.

Finally add the corn and cook another minute or two to heat through, and it’s done!

How to Make Vegan Chili

Serving Vegan Chili

This chili is delicious served plain, or you can add toppings like avocado, green onion, dairy-free sour cream, crumbled chips, dairy-free cheese or nutritional yeast for an extra cheesy flavor!

Easy Vegan Chili Soup

Easy and Delicious Vegan Chili Recipe

This easy soup recipe is a staple in my house, and especially during the colder winter months.

There’s nothing more warming and comforting than a fresh bowl of homemade chili!

Also, it’s even better on day two and three after all the flavors have marinated together!

I would eat this up by days four or five though for best taste.

Vegan Chili Recipe
Best Ever Vegan Chili

This recipe is:

  • Homemade
  • Healthy
  • Delicious
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • High Protein
  • Comforting
  • Easy to Make

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Easy Vegan Beef Stew

Vegan Sweet Potato Corn Chowder

Vegan African Peanut Soup

Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Rosemary Potato Veggie Soup

Butternut Squash and Fennel Soup

Best Vegan Tortilla Soup

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Vegan Chili Recipe
Vegan Black Bean Chili

Vegan Chili Recipe

Yield: 6 Servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

The best ever vegan chili recipe packed with flavor, quinoa, beans and corn. Easy to make and perfectly comforting and delicious.

Instructions

  1. Add olive oil, chopped onion, pepper and garlic to a large pot over medium heat. Cook for 5-8 minutes or until onions are translucent.
  2. Add the rest of the ingredients (except the corn), bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until quinoa is tender (you can tell it's done if you see the seed split apart too). Then add the corn and cook for a minute or two until soft.
  3. Enjoy with toppings of choice!

Notes

*If you like your chili nice and thick, serve as is, otherwise you can add a splash of vegetable stock or water to make it more soupy.

**This chili is even better on day two and three after all the flavors have marinated together! I would eat this up by days four and five though for best taste.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 390Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 691mgCarbohydrates: 67gFiber: 20gSugar: 12gProtein: 19g

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47 thoughts on “Best Vegan Chili Recipe”

  1. Oh wow – this chili surely makes me excited about trying it! I love the consistency that you have, too – it is perfect to my liking, and just the way I want my chili to be!

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  2. When I’m craving a hearty bowl of chili, this is my go-to recipe. It comes out perfectly every time, and it’s soooo delicious!

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  3. What else do we need in fall than this bowl of hearty chili. Love the vegan version and this is something that I make regularly now.

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  4. This looks amazing! I love all the different beans you use – beans are so good for you. My family is going to love this recipe, I’m so glad I found it. Thanks!

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  5. I just finished making this to bring some for my dinner at work tonight! I added chopped celery and mushrooms to mine, I didn’t have enough veggie stock so I used half stock, half water. Also I used canned corn, and chopped fresh spinach. Really good! I saved and shared the recipe!

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  6. Made this last night and it was great! Used chicken broth, added some hot pepper and a little chipotle sauce since I didn’t have smoked paprika. My husband is happily taking leftovers to work today for lunch.

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