Not much tastes better to me on a blustery, cold winter’s day than a bowl of this hearty vegetarian chili. It warms me from the inside out and makes an easy and nutritious meal.
When I first started making chili, I cooked it with meat, but after a while I realized that I didn’t really want the meat, just the good stuff that came along with it. So I left it out, and and played around with different kinds of canned beans and canned veggies and it evolved into a hearty vegetarian chili my kids and I can’t get enough of.
I always make a big pot so I have plenty of leftovers for the week and to freeze for later. Reheated chili is as good as the day it’s made!
Since it’s National Canned Food Month, it’s the perfect time to share this recipe, as it includes so many yummy canned veggies.
Hearty Vegetarian Chili
Ingredients
- 1 15.5 oz can dark red kidney beans rinsed and drained
- 1 15.5 oz can light red kidney beans rinsed and drained
- 1 15.5 oz can chili beans
- 1 15.25 oz can whole kernel corn drained
- 1 15 oz can garbanzo beans drained
- 1 14.5 oz can petite cut diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with habaneros
- 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup diced green pepper
- 3 Tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp ground red pepper
- 15 ounces water use empty tomato sauce can
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in 6-quart stockpot (or larger) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and let simmer for 2-3 hours.
Notes
Nutrition
Audrey says
I am definitely ready for it to be Chili weather. Thanks for sharing on the #HomeMattersParty . I hope you will join us again next week.
Kathryn Doherty says
This vegetarian chili looks so delicious – perfect for a chilly fall night! I love leftovers too – you’re right that they hold up incredibly well. I’ve always got a huge variety of beans on hand in my pantry – black, cannelinni, kidney, garbanzo, refried… so versatile, so easy, so healthy!
Jessica Harlow says
My favorite canned vegetables are beans, beans, and beans! There are so many different kinds of beans and it’s so easy to add a can (and a bunch of protein) to almost any meal! Definitely going to try your Hearty Vegetarian Chili with the colder weather arriving!
vanessa: brite&bubbly says
I haven’t had chilli in some time and seeing this recipe now makes me want to make some. Yum. Looks so delish.
Kait says
I always freeze my leftover chili too! This looks so yummy. And I love Kelsey!!
Ty says
That’s the best vegetarian chilli I’ve ever seen! Can’t wait to make it for the family!
Jenn says
This looks so delicious, perfect for cooler days. I love your soup bowls too.
Matea says
Delicious! You gave me an inspiration for our next lunch 🙂
Tammy Litke says
Corn! My husband has to have corn in his chili or it’s a no go around here. So guess what? I think I can try making yours 🙂
melisasource says
Oh wow this looks and sounds so yummy! I’ll have to try this at home with my family!
Donna says
That really does look hearty! We love chili, especially this time of year and with single digit temps (below 0 windchill), chili would be perfect tomorrow! And I do keep my pantry stocked with canned vegetables, beans, and tomatoes/sauces.
Ann BAcciaglia says
My family likes chili. I have never tried vegetarian chili so I am excited to make this. Looks like a yummy meal for a cold winter day,
Kristin says
I’m such a chili lover! The perfect winter dinner!
Lynndee says
We love chili and the husband has always been the one who prepares it using his late mom’s recipe. We haven’t tried the vegetarian version though. Looks delish!
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
Oh this reminds me we still have some chili is the freezer! I’m so cold right now I could use some warm chili.
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
It’s snowing here and all I can think about is a little chili and cheddar on top of a baked potato! YUM!
HilLesha says
It has been awhile since I have made some chili. That shall change sometime soon!
Chrissy Mazzocchi says
This looks so yummy, I will be trying this one out with my Family 🙂
Marielle Altenor says
I haven’t had chili in such a long time. I have to make some soon! I love this hearty vegetarian recipe a lot!
Esther says
I love the idea of Cantry Thursdays. I am always running into this problem but usually on Friday. I have to grab whatever is left of the groceries and try and figure out what to make. This chili looks delicious!
Rachel says
This looks good. I love chili. I too always make a hug pot and freeze the leftovers. We end up eating it for a couple of meals.
Yona Williams says
I had chili tonight for dinner, and I just love how filling and versatile this meal is. I think ‘Cantry’ Thursdays is so catchy!
katrina g says
that chili looks so good. i could go for some of that right now.
Notorious Spinks says
This chili looks so good and hearty, but I love the meat. I love the flavor that the meat gives it.
Debbie L. says
I also love meat! I do think this might be a fun change to my regular chili.
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
I love a good chili. This looks really good. I love making chili with dry beans, but sometimes it just takes too long and you want chili right now! Cans are a good option.
Debbie L. says
I definitely want to see Kelsey Nixon’s show – I will make a point to check it out.
Chelley @ A is For Adelaide says
It is snowing again here… I just picked up ingredients to make this tomorrow night! Thank you for the inspiration!
Krystal says
My husband would go nuts for this. He is all about warm chili on a cool day!
Debra says
This sounds amazing! I love a good chili!
[email protected] says
it looks delicious. I love a hearty chili and this I can make without thawing a thing
Angela says
I’m loving all the beans and veggies! This looks like the perfect meal for a cold night like tonight!
Ann Bacciaglia says
This is a recipe i will definitely be trying. I love making Chili. This one is perfect for when my sister visits. She is a vegetarian.
Michelle @ Dishes and Dust Bunnies says
That sounds like a delicious recipe! I haven’t made a vegetarian version of chili before so I look forward to trying this recipe! 🙂
Life As A Convert says
I like that this is vegetarian. I love chili and am going to have to try this one.
Caitlin says
This looks like a super awesome recipe!! I will need to try this for sure!
[email protected] says
This chili looks wonderful…and I love to incorporate canned food into all of my cooking!
Colette @JamericanSpice says
I had some at our small group awhile back and it was oh so good!
I’d love to try the veggie one.
CourtneyLynne says
honestly I’m not usually a fan of anything vegetarian, but chili is one thing that rocks with or without meat! Will have to try this!
Coralie says
We love chili! This looks amazing. I prefer it this way – although my hubby would rather have meat 😉 Thanks for sharing.
Mama to 5 BLessings says
Looks like a nice healthy option. I will have to try this recipe – yum!
Janeane Davis says
I am glad I saw this post. I have a vegetarian at home and need good recipes for her.
Erinn S says
Love melting cheese over my chili. Looks delicious!
Debi says
I love chili. I make veggie chile often. This looks fantastic.
Sandra @ A Dash of Sanity says
Thank you for this recipe! It can be hard to find a good vegetarian chili with lots of flavor, so I will definitely have to give this a try.
Kori says
That sounds like such a healthy option for chili. Not that I don’t mind my turkey chili or traditional chili with beef, but that does look really good.
OURFAMILYWORLD says
This looks so good and hearty. I so need this for my FREEZING weather..
Amanda Love says
My oldest daughter would love this! She a vegetarian and loves chili and it’s so healthy and good for you too.
Travel Blogger says
That really is heart! Definitely can’t tell that there is no meat inside and I bet it’s just as filling.
Jennifer H says
This looks fabulous! My mom makes a killer chili.
Andrea Kruse says
Vegetarian Chili is one of my favorite Fall/Winter staples. I love to make a big batch and then dress it up over pasta (chili mac) then potatoes then as is. With the rising cost of meat, I always try to keep all the ingredients on hand so in a pinch, chili it is! This recipe looks great. I am always looking for new flavors to add to our bowl of chili.
Penelope says
I’m not sure why I love chili so much, but I Looooooove chili, like LOVE it…it gets me through cold days, feeling sick, makes me feel cozy and filled and it’s so hearty and tasty. Maybe because it contains so many of my favorite things?
Kerri says
I love this recipe. Perfect comfort food for this snowy winter we are having.
Amy @ItsAMindfulLife says
Great recipe Liz! I love the addition of garbanzo beans- I can see these definitely adding a great texture to the chili. Yum!
Maggie says
Cantry Thursday? That’s an awesome concept! That chili looks amazing!
April G says
I’ve never heard of Cantry Thursday. I think it’s a great idea to be able to pop open those cans and make a great meal. I’ve been looking for great vegetarian recipes. Pinning!
My Inner Chick says
looks faaaaaaaaaaabulous! yummmmmm. xx
April Decheine says
Looks delicious Liz, I love the Cantry idea! I make most every sort of soup or chili with canned goods. Chili is our Go To comfort food when the weather gets chilly!
Sue says
I never really made my own chili before. I would love to make this and would want it without meat too. But the guys around here probably would want meat. Maybe I could have meat dish with it too for them. Thanks for recipe 🙂
Maureen @ A Debt Free Stress Free Life says
This chili recipe sounds really yummy and have the flavor combinations I would enjoy. Definitely trying.
Jess Weaver says
Chilli sounds so great right now. Its blistering cold in Indiania. I am making this soon! Thanks for sharing such a easy recipe.
agatapokutycka says
It looks perfect. A bit too big portion for us but I am sure it will freeze well.
Kay Adeola says
This looks great.Sometimes it is nice to miss out the meat and still be able to enjoy your meal.
Mistee Dawn says
Wow. That looks so delicious. I have actually never had veggie chili. But it looks so good. Will definitely have to try it.
Pam says
Chili is one food that is always better the next day or warmed up after carefully frozen. It is a favorite in our house and I use a few canned ingredients in my chili also. This looks like a great recipe to try.
Ashley says
I love chilli, and am not a huge fan of meat. My husband has decided to stop eating meat for lent, so I am looking for delicious and EASY recipes. This is perfect!
Aimee SMith says
I love an easy chili recipe! Such a good comfort food!
Mary O'Malley says
This is just about everything I put into chili when I make it! I never thought of putting Worcestershire sauce in though. I’m going to have to try that next time! Thanks for sharing. 😀
Chrysa says
Looks yummy! I made a vegetarian chili last week too and loved it. It’s such a great thing to have around to heat up for a quick lunch.
Lee says
Chili is delicious and everyone makes their own different special recipe. I personally love chili with ground beef and sour cream. I’ll certainly give this recipe a try either way.
Lee
Aubrey says
Yum. We like chili when it’s cold outside too. Chili and corn bread. Thanks for the new recipe to try.
Annie M says
This sounds really good right about now! I’ve never tried vegetarian chili before 😛
Courtney says
This looks incredible. Chili is the perfect winter food, and this is loaded with vegetables! Healthy and delicious!
[email protected] says
I haven’t tried Vegetarian Chili. But I bet it is good on a cold day.
Erin says
This looks so delicious! I’m going to have to pin this and give it a try. I’m a HUGE chili fan.
celebbabylaundry says
I love chili with a passion, this is perfect to have on my diet; thanks for the amazing recipe!
Layne says
This looks like a delicious and simple recipe! I love having cans on hand for a quick meal options, especially if I have guests drop by unexpectedly.
touristmeetstraveler says
I love this recipe a lot, a nice vegetarian chili is what I’ve been looking for!
Elizabeth O. says
Who doesn’t love chili? This looks really delicious! Would have to try this recipe! 🙂
Katherine says
This looks so good I would need a bigger bowl! Yum!
Veronica says
Yum! trying this! I am a vegan so this would be perfect to try! Looks really delicious
Janell Poulette says
My son loves chili. I will have to try this recipe for him.
The Pinterested Parent says
This looks amazing. I love chili. I am a meat eater, but actually prefer vegetarian chili to the meaty ones. I will have to test out your recipe.
Lorane says
I loooove Chilli! This incorporated with the Cheese looks yummy
Theresa says
I love a good bowl or chili on a cold winter day! And I love that it includes a lot of good for you ingredients too!
Christie says
I love all of the beans you put in there! I definitely could use a bowl!
rochkirstin says
That really looks perfect! We’re also all about healthy living and preparing food that has full nutrition. Canned goods are easy to make.
lisa @bitesforbabies says
I LOVE vegetarian chili…I’ve made it simple with veggies, or tofu, or even quinoa!!
Cathy @ Our Mini Family says
I love chili! It’s the perfect time of year to have some, too!
M from K&M: The Stay-at-Home Life says
What a great take on chili!
Rosey says
Pinning this one. Grocery shopping tomorrow (cold weather delay, I was supposed to do it yesterday), so it’ll be on the menu this week. 6-degrees right now…great time for chili from the cantry. 😉
Melissa Vera says
I am always looking for a non meat alternative for chili since one of my daughters has decided to become a vegetarian.
Christy says
Wow! That looks extremely scrumptious!
Patty H says
This recipe looks delicious and I am looking forward to the show on the Cooking Channel.
Digna D. says
Looks delicious. Like the addition of garbanzo beans. Will be passing this along to the hubby since he does all the cooking in our house. Thank you for sharing.
Shauna says
Right? I never thought of adding garbanzo beans. Will have to give it a try.
renee chapman says
this looks delicious – thanks for the recipe!
LyndaS says
That looks so delicious and reminds me of the soup I just ate (Seven Can Soup). I keep my “cantry” stocked with diced tomatoes of different varieties, kidney beans, and green beans. They are my go-to cans.
Amber NElson says
That chili looks so good. I love chili because it fills a person up.
Brittany says
How adorable is that bowl? Mmmmm, looks like I’ll be making chili this week!
Tesha Fritz says
This chili looks delicious. We usually make ours with ground turkey, but this recipe looks like we wouldn’t even miss the meat. 🙂
Lois Alter Mark says
That looks so warm and delicious, it almost makes me wish I lived in a cold climate!!
Kandi says
I haven’t thought of putting corn into chili. I wonder if my kids would eat it if I did that…
Pam says
I love recipes like this that I can pretty much prepare from the pantry. It’s so nice to find easy and delicious recipes like this. I haven’t made chili in a while, but now you have me craving it!
celebdirtylaundry says
A nice vegetarian chili sounds amazing with the cold weather lately, I’d love to make this!
Sara says
Vegetarian chili is hands down our favourite family meal. There’s nothing better to warm you up!
thelesleyshow says
Sounds like an easy and nutritious meal. Cant wait to try it!
Adriana Martin says
Chili is one of my favorite dishes, full of flavor and good nutrition
Michele says
I always have canned veggies in the pantry! I actually prefer them to frozen. I haven’t had a bowl of chili with or without meat for a very long time–years in fact. You just reminded me I actually love chili and this vegitarian style one would be delicious.
Tough Cookie Mommy says
I keep a lot of canned veggies in our pantry too. They are perfect for recipes like this one.
Pam says
Yes they are! We always keep them around, because we pick up a lot when they are on sale.
Tough Cookie Mommy says
Chili is a great treat for enjoying during the cold weather months. I love that this recipe is vegetarian.
Lady Lilith says
Yummy. Looks amazing. My mother loves vegetarian chili. I should show her this recipe.
Sara P. (@SensiblySara) says
Until recently, I refused to eat chili. This recipe looks really good … and I still need one more meal for this week’s plan. I know what I’m making tomorrow!
Crystal Green says
This sounds really good. I love chili on a cold winter day. Today would be a perfect day for it. Thank you for sharing this idea with us.
coolchillmom says
Your chili looks really god, We have it on our menu as comfort food. Never thought of a vegetarian one
Jessica Harlow says
A good Chili is definitely one of those meals that tastes just as good (if not better) the next day! This looks delicious!
becca says
Oh my this sounds so good and I can eat as it’s also vegan. Must pin for later.
Chelley @ AisForAdelaide says
Canned month!? Who knew? This recipe looks great! I love having a few really good meatless recipes on hand for Friday nights!
Virginia @thatbaldchick says
I love using cans to make my chili! I can never get the right cook on beans, and the canned beans are perfect every time!
Kira says
Interesting, didn’t know this was Canned month. Good to know. On a different note, I love easy recipes like this perfect for weeknight dinner.
aimee fauci says
This is MY kind of chili. I am not a vegetarian but I love beans, corn and tomatoes all mixed together. NO meat needed.
Kelsey Apley says
I actually just made chili for tonight for the hubby! This vegetarian recipe looks really tasty as welL! Might try it sometime!
fancygrlnancy (Nancy Partin) says
I haven’t made chili in a long time. That looks really good.
Katie @ Pick Any Two says
YUM! This looks wonderful! I use canned foods a lot to help speed up the cooking process. My pantry is always stocked with canned beans and some canned veggies too.
lisa says
I love any recipe with beans. And my family loves chili. This sounds like a great recipe!
Jeanine says
This looks super yummy! The recipe sounds great. I need to make chili at some point! This one looks great!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
That recipe is amazing! I love chili, what a nice healthy option instead of using meat.
Michelle F. says
That chili looks really good. I always have canned tomatoes and corn on hand.
amy deeter says
yummy.i think chilli is in the near future for us.maybe tomorrow lol.thanks for sharing with us
Heather says
Oh I love a good chili! I haven’t made mine in a few months! I need to get menu planning again. I agree cans do make the meal. Nothing wrong with canned foods. 🙂
Cinny says
That looks fabulous! I’m inclined to steal that serving dish too, it’s too cute!
Rachael says
This sounds amazing! I’m going to have to try it!
Heather says
This looks like such a delicious recipe! I might have to try this one! 🙂
Sarah Bailey says
Ohh yum what a delicious sounding chilli and love that it is vegetarian – makes it different to the normal ones I make 🙂 x
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I’ve been trying to make healthier meals for my family, but it’s tough. My husband is a big fan of hearty, beef based recipes. This looks like just the thing to help me get him into eating just a touch healthier. Thanks!
Amy G says
Wow that looks really good! I’m going to try it!
Stefani Tolson says
I LOVE making homemade chili. Your recipe sounds delicious, I just may have to try it next. 🙂
Stephanie says
Wow, that looks delicious! I love that it’s vegetarian too. I’m not personally a vegetarian, but that doesn’t mean that I don’t enjoy a great vegetarian option every now and again either. Thanks for sharing!
Julee says
It’s freezing here. It’s lunch time. I’m needing this delivered. stat! Seriously, it looks so good and I’m not creative enough to think to add veggies to chili! Well played.
Cindy @MomMaven says
My kids don’t like beans in their chili, and I don’t like chili at all LOL. This post got me thinking though…we don’t use many canned veggies at all anymore.
Ashleigh Walls says
I’ve been trying really hard to work in better foods, and I LOVE chili. Making it without meat I always seem to come up short with the rest of the fillings but this looks like I would get plenty of veggies!
Courtney says
What a recipe! This is a great way to loose the fat and cholesterol of beef and still keep that great chili flavor. Love it!
Shauna says
What a great recipe… This sounds and looks amazing. We are a huge chili family, so I will have to try this. Thanks for sharing.
Dawn says
That looks fan-freaking-tastic! I’m definitely going to be making this. Thanks!
Daisy says
I haven’t used much from a can lately, but now you have me motivated for my shopping list this week. I’m all about making an awesome chili. It’s so cold outside and warm chili sounds awesome!
Chelsey says
This looks really good. My son isn’t a big fan of meat, but this he would probably love! Thanks so much for the recipe.
Krystal says
Now THIS is a meatless recipe that even my carnivore husband will love. Thanks so much for sharing this.
Donna Ward says
Thank you for your motivational recipe! I haven’t tried this idea yet – and I do love chili over a hot baked potato! 🙂
Carrie Chance says
that looks so good. And it’s perfect weather for chili!
Jaime says
This looks delicious and will be so perfect this week! I love slow cooker chilis!
Melissa Pezza says
That looks so good! I’m a big fan of vegetarian dishes like this that are hot and hearty. Especially with the winter we’ve been having in my area! Yeesh!
Jenn says
YUM! I love to make chili on colder days and my kids wont eat the meat so vegetarian is perfect for my family. Ill be making this, this week.
Carol Cassara says
This looks delicious. My husband likes his traditional chili but I prefer vegetarian and will have to try this one!
{Erica}EverythingMomandBaby says
LOVE chili!
Megan Elford says
That looks so yummy! I love chili on super cold days like today. I always use canned veggies and sauce in my chili. In the winter where we live, it’s often the best way to get local produce.
AJ @ NutriFitMama says
Chili sounds PERFECT for a day like today! LOVE how this is vegetarian also. I think I’m going to get some going in my crock pot so it’s ready for dinner tonight 😉
Candy O says
What a beautiful vegetarian chili! Would make for a great meal on a cold chilly day.
heather meads says
Oh yum, now I have a craving for chili – thanks! I make mine vegetarian too and always add the grated cheese as well. I didn’t know it was “canned food month”, I really should go and see what’s in my pantry…
Julie Searle says
I will try this! Yum! :))
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
Chili is one of our favorite winter dinners. Your recipe sounds really good 🙂
brian miller says
are you all getting this snow storm?
chili would be great…warm…much different than outside right now…ha
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
We have 4 feet of snow here in Boston. Chili is perfect on days like this when we are snowed in!
Liz says
I think it’s going to alternate between snow and freezing rain. I’m hoping for the snow!