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    Ten best vegetarian chili recipes

    Published: Jan 24, 2023 · Modified: Mar 1, 2023 by Trish Bozeman · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    These are the best vegetarian chili recipes! Ten meatless chili recipes with different types of protein to warm you up this season. You’ll never miss the meat!

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    Hey, Rhubarbarians! Tis the season for warm and cozy vegetarian chili recipes.

    Here are ten of the best vegetarian and vegan chili recipes that you can find from my favorite, tried and true, recipe websites.

    These recipes go beyond just bean chili. They are made with different types of proteins to make them hearty, filling, and satisfying. You won't miss the meat at all!

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    What can I use in chili instead of meat?

    Vegetarian chili can be so satisfying! Most vegetarian chili contains quite a lot of beans, which are loaded with protein, but let's think beyond just beans to make a "meaty" chili that you're craving.

    What can i put in chili besides beans?

    • Quinoa. I like Bob's Red Mill quinoa.
    • Tofu. My favorite is the super firm tofu from Trader Joe's!
    • Lentils
    • Tempeh
    • Starchy vegetables
    • Soy crumbles
    • Meat substitutes. Impossible beef is my favorite.

    Check out our top twenty vegetarian soup recipes!

    Recipes

    Alright. Enough chat. Here are your ten vegetarian chili recipes to try!

    1. Quinoa chili with beans

    The quinoa really bulks up this veggie loaded chili. You are definitely satisfied from just a small bowl! It feels hearty, dare I say, "meaty," and delicious just like a chili should be.

    A photo of two bowls of quinoa chili topped with radish, cilantro, and avocado.
    Vegan quinoa chili with beans
    Hearty vegan quinoa chili recipe! A loaded meatless chili with black beans, quinoa, and peppers. You won’t miss the meat in this one!
    Check out this recipe
    A square photo of vegan quinoa chili with tortilla strips, avocado, cilantro, and radish.

    2. Vegetarian chili with orange and cinnamon

    This pot of chili is full of unexpected flavors of orange and cinnamon, but still comfort food like you want from chili. It's easy to prepare, vegan, and is great for freezing for easy meals later on.

    Close up shot of a bowl of chili with orange slices radish slices and cilantro leaves
    Vegetarian chili with orange and cinnamon
    Bright and cozy vegetarian chili recipe! You will love the unexpected flavor of this hearty bean chili with orange and cinnamon.
    Check out this recipe
    Vegetarian chili with orange radish and cilantro

    3. Cranberry chili with cocoa

    The cranberries balance out all those rich beans and the cinnamon and cocoa powder make a sweet and spicy bowl of comfort!

    A photo of a pot full of cranberry chili with radishes, fresh cranberries, and cilantro on top.
    Cranberry chili with cinnamon and cocoa
    Vegan cranberry chili with cinnamon and cocoa recipe! A warming, cozy fall or winter dinner the whole family will love.
    Check out this recipe
    Vegan cranberry chili

    4. Hearty vegan chili

    This recipe introduced me to adding refried beans to chili. It makes it so thick and hearty!

    A bowl of chili topped with tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and cilantro.
    The Best Vegan Chili Recipe
    This is The Best Vegan Chili Recipe you will make! It’s loaded with tons of veggies and beans and is perfect with your favorite toppings!
    Check out this recipe
    The Best Vegan Chili Recipe

    5. Creamy white bean chili

    By blending some of the beans into a broth, it creates a hearty texture that makes this chili super satisfying.

    A photo of creamy white bean chili in a bowl.
    Vegetarian White Bean Chili
    This rich and creamy white bean chili is made with cannellini beans, chickpeas, and salsa verde for a flavorful yet simple dish! By blending some of the beans into a broth, we create a hearty texture that makes this chili super satisfying.
    Check out this recipe
    Vegetarian White Bean Chili

    6. Sweet potato chili

    This particular chili recipe is prepped in just 10 minutes, and cooks all by itself the rest of the time in the slow cooker.

    A photo of a bowl of sweet potato chili with a dollop of sour cream on top.
    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Sweet Potato Chili Recipe - 10 minutes to prep!
    This slow cooker vegetarian sweet potato chili recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep! Throw everything in the crock pot and let it do the work for you. A delicious healthy meatless chili that is both vegan with vegetarian option.
    Check out this recipe
    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Sweet Potato Chili Recipe - 10 minutes to prep!

    7. Vegan tempeh chili

    With tempeh, veggies, beans, and a blend of spices, this is a simple chili that you would never believe is meatless.

    A photo of three bowls of tempeh chili on a red background.
    The Ultimate Tempeh Chili (Vegan)
    This Vegan Tempeh Chili will warm your bones with delicious plant-based protein this winter (and in under 30 minutes!)
    Check out this recipe
    The Ultimate Tempeh Chili (Vegan)

    8. Spicy tofu chili

    Hearty, crumbly, and packed with protein, tofu is the game changing addition to meatless chili that you've been missing.

    A photo of hands holding a bowl of chili and dipping a spoon into it.
    Spicy Tofu Chili
    Tofu chili is the best vegan chili you will ever eat! Hearty, crumbly, and packed with protein, tofu is the game changing addition to meatless chili that you’ve been missing.
    Check out this recipe
    Spicy Tofu Chili

    9. Vegan lentil chili

    This healthy vegan lentil chili is sure to warm you up on a cold night. Grab a bowl, add a mountain of your favorite toppings, and get ready to rock your taste buds!

    A close up photo of lentil chili in a brown bowl.
    Vegan Lentil Chili - Instant Pot + Slow Cooker - Peas and Crayons
    This tasty vegan lentil chili is sure to impress! With Stove-Top, Instant Pot, and Slow Cooker instructions, you can whip it up any way you choose! Vegetarian + Gluten-Free
    Check out this recipe
    Vegan Lentil Chili - Instant Pot + Slow Cooker - Peas and Crayons

    10. Vegan white chickpea chili

    This type of white chili is typically made with chicken breast, but in this recipe, the chicken is replaced with chickpeas, and I'm telling you - it's AMAZING.

    A close up photo of white chickpea chili with tortilla strips, sour cream, and jalapeno slices on top.
    Creamy Vegan White Chickpea Chili
    This White Chickpea Chili is a vegan twist on the ever popular white chicken chili. It’s loaded with veggies, beans and plenty of spice in a broth of coconut milk, vegetable broth, and salsa verde. Make room in your monthly meal rotation for this 30 minute dinner!
    Check out this recipe
    Creamy Vegan White Chickpea Chili

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