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Wholesome Vegan Crockpot Chili Recipe High-Protein and Easy to Make

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A hearty, protein-packed vegan chili made easy in the crockpot with black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and smoky spices. Perfect for cozy nights and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 411 g) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup (240 ml) tomato sauce, plain or seasoned
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) vegetable broth, low sodium preferred
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, avocado slices, lime wedges, vegan sour cream

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and bell pepper, mince the garlic cloves (about 10 minutes).
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent and starting to brown, about 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. In the slow cooker, combine sautéed onion and garlic, diced bell pepper, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, chipotle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasoning with salt or a splash of lime juice. Add more vegetable broth if chili is too thick.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with your choice of chopped cilantro, avocado slices, lime wedges, or vegan sour cream.

Notes

Sautéing onion and garlic before slow cooking adds depth of flavor. Use fire-roasted tomatoes for smoky notes. Adjust chipotle chili powder to control heat. Rinse canned beans to reduce sodium and tinny flavor. Stir halfway through cooking for even flavor. If chili is too watery, remove lid for last 30 minutes to thicken. Chili freezes well for up to 3 months.

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