Pork Free Vegan Quinoa Chili
Total time1 hr
Prep time15 min
Cook time45 min
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6 servings
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- ¾ cup dry quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lime juice
For serving
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 medium avocado, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and red bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and the onion is translucent, about 6–7 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and cayenne (if using) and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not scorch.
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