
A hearty and flavorful vegetarian chili featuring roasted vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and eggplant, enhanced with the smoky depth of smoked paprika. A healthy and satisfying meal perfect for a cozy night.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, toss the bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, and red onion with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Roast the vegetables for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.
While the vegetables are roasting, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the roasted vegetables, diced tomatoes (with juices), kidney beans, black beans, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the lime juice before serving.
Serve hot and garnish as desired (e.g., with sour cream or vegan sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado, cilantro, tortilla chips).
Nutrition per serving (550g)
For a spicier chili, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeño to the pot along with the garlic.
If you don't have time to roast the vegetables, you can sauté them in the pot instead. Cook them until tender before adding the remaining ingredients.
This chili tastes even better the next day, so it's perfect for meal prepping.
Adjust the amount of vegetable broth to your desired consistency of chili. If you like a thicker chili, use less broth. If you like a thinner chili, use more broth.
Consider adding corn or other vegetables to your liking.
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Large Pot or Dutch Oven
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