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Why This Is The Best Vegetarian Chili You’ve Ever Had

Fast. Ready in under an hour with the help of your Instant Pot.Easy. A simple pour and cook recipe. Vegetarian. Who needs meat for a delicious and filling chili recipe?Vegan. An amazing blend of veggies and lentils make it a great option for your next vegan dinner night.

The dish typically consists of a mixture of beans and ground beef and has a place in our hearts as classic American comfort food. But what about those living a vegetarian lifestyle? This Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili Recipe gives you all goodness of a classic chili in a deliciously meatless form. I mean, if they can make a veggie-less chili, why can’t they make a meatless version as well? You most certainly can, and let me tell you, this great recipe for chili is every bit as good as the classic. From the bite of the black beans and kidney beans to the slight crispness of the corn and the zucchini to the smoky, mild spiciness of the canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, you’re sure to enjoy this Vegetarian Chili Recipe every bit as much as any other good chili. Add on a little fresh cilantro and some of the toppings suggested below, and you’ve got a vegan chili that will become your go-to easy chili recipe. Not only is this a delicious vegetarian chili, but it’s also a very easy chili recipe, and that’s thanks to it being an Instant Pot recipe. Believe me, if you haven’t invested in an Instant Pot yet, you really must get yourself one! It takes an otherwise lengthy recipe and cooks it in a fraction of the time while still infusing the ingredients with so much flavor.

What Is Vegetarian Chili Made Of?

This vegan chili’s main ingredients are dried beans such as pinto beans, black beans, corn, zucchini, onion, and fire-roasted chopped tomatoes. Even though I used pinto beans and black beans in this recipe, you can actually use whatever beans you’d like. If you choose to use smaller beans like black-eyed peas or navy beans, make sure to reduce the cooking time to 20 minutes. You can also use canned beans, but if you do that, be sure to reduce the cooking time to about 4-5 minutes. I would not suggest adding lentils to this recipe along with the beans, as they cook a lot faster than the larger beans would. Instead, if you wanted to use lentils, try this lentil and spinach soup, or this red lentils soup. One thing I noticed is that using black beans in the chili makes it tasty, but it also colors the chili a bit dark and I don’t love that. I have a different recipe for an Instant Pot black bean chili that’s amazing, as well as a black bean soup recipe, and also a black beans and rice recipe that you might like.

How To Make Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili

Follow these steps to make this Instant Pot recipe:

How To Make This In The Slow Cooker

Is This Also Vegan Chili?

Yes, this recipe is also a vegan chili recipe. Be cautious of the ingredients in the tortilla shells you use to thicken it, as some brands may use lard in their ingredients. There are many brands that are vegan friendly.

Are Chili Beans Healthy?

The dried beans in this Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili recipe actually have tons of health benefits. They’re a great source of protein (especially for those living a vegan lifestyle), they’re an excellent source of fiber which is great for GI health and helps lower cholesterol, and they’re high in iron which is essential for healthy red blood cells, hair, skin and nails.

What Should I Serve With It?

Much like any good chili, this Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili Recipe is only made better when you add some toppings in the mix. There are tons of delicious options out there, more than I could possibly list in one place. But here are just a few scrumptious suggestions:

Sour creamAvocado slicesPickled jalapenosChopped fresh cilantroChopped JalapeñosShredded LettuceShredded cheese such as sharp cheddar cheeseChopped Bell PepperChopped red onionsChopped Green OnionsSalsa or hot sauceCrushed Tortilla ChipsStir in some steamed quinoa

Did I miss one of your favorite chili toppings? Make sure to share your favorite in the comments!

How Long Can You Keep Vegetarian Chili?

This Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili recipe should keep for up to 5 days in the fridge. Just make sure to keep it in an airtight container and give it a quick stir before you reheat it as the ingredients can sometimes separate when they’re refrigerated.

Can I Freeze Vegetarian Chili?

Another fantastic thing about this easy Vegan Chili Recipe is that it freezes very well! You may want to add a little water or vegetable broth to freeze it, especially if your chili was thick. I like to use these cubes to freeze my soups. That makes this a fantastic recipe for meal prep. So go ahead and make some extra to enjoy later. Just make sure that you portion it out before freezing it, as nobody wants to wait for an entire vat of chili to defrost before getting to enjoy some.

Interested In Vegan Instant Pot Recipes?

Edamame Salad with QuinoaCowboy CaviarInstant Pot Barley and Lentil PilafSimple Lentil SoupInstant Pot Black Beans and RiceBaingan BhartaAloo Gobi

This Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili Recipe is bound to make your mouth and stomach happy, even if you aren’t a vegetarian. Make sure to share this recipe with your friends on Pinterest and Facebook so they can enjoy it as well! Originally Published December 21, 2019