Hearty, satisfying, and veggie-packed, this vegan chili will leave you feeling full for hours. I recommend pairing it with a big scoop of my Cashew Sour Cream for the ultimate chili experience.

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 heaping cups diced sweet onion
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic (about 4 med/lg cloves)
  • 2 jalapeños, seeded (if desired) and diced
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 lg. red bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 1 (28-oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 6 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 (15-oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2-3/4 teaspoon fine grain sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • Homemade vegan sour cream
  • Chopped green onions
  • Fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup raw cashews, soaked
  • 1/2-3/4 cup water, as needed
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon fine grain sea salt, to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and the garlic in the oil over medium heat until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and stir.

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