This Meatless Mission Chili is a comforting, protein-rich stew that proves you don’t need meat to make a satisfying meal. Loaded with kidney beans, shredded zucchini, carrots, and celery, it offers a wonderful mix of textures and earthy flavors. The blend of chili powder, oregano, and basil creates a warm, aromatic profile that pairs perfectly with the bright acidity of tomato sauce and canned tomatoes. It’s an ideal dish for cozy weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal-prepping lunches. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this chili delivers robust, home-style flavor in every bowl.
Meatless Mission Chili
Description
This Meatless Mission Chili is a comforting, protein-rich stew that proves you don't need meat to make a satisfying meal. Loaded with kidney beans, shredded zucchini, carrots, and celery, it offers a wonderful mix of textures and earthy flavors. The blend of chili powder, oregano, and basil creates a warm, aromatic profile that pairs perfectly with the bright acidity of tomato sauce and canned tomatoes. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal dish for cozy weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal-prepping lunches. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this chili delivers robust, home-style flavor in every bowl.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat safflower oil in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium heat.
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Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, celery, shredded carrot, and shredded zucchini.
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Sauté vegetables until just tender-crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add drained kidney beans, tomato sauce, canned tomatoes with juice, water, chili powder, basil, oregano, black pepper, and hot pepper sauce.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
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Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with additional chili powder or hot sauce if desired.
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Serve hot, optionally topped with shredded cheese or avocado.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 184.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8.7g14%
- Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 52.9mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 25.9g9%
- Dietary Fiber 7.8g32%
- Sugars 15.8g
- Protein 5.3g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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