Quinoa Vegetable Chili
Created during the COVID-19 food shortage. Everything in this recipe I purchased when the shelves were bare. And I am pleased to say, I would be happy with this chili even in the best of times. Mildly spicy, extremely healthy, vegan and gluten-free, this chili is packed full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. It is very healthy and very flavorful.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time45 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chili, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 8
Calories: 208kcal
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Cups Onions Diced
- 2 Cups Zucchini 1-Inch dice
- 3 Bell Peppers Seeded, 1/2-inch dice
- 3 Jalapenos Seeded, Fine dice
- 2 Cups Carrots 1/2-inch dice
- 1 Cup Celery Diced
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Crushed and chopped
- 3 15-ounce Cans Beans Black, Pinto, Cannelini, whatever you can find, drained and rinsed
- 1 15-Ounce Can Corn
- 2 15-Ounce Can Tomatoes Diced
- 1 Cup Quinoa
- 1/4 Cup Chili Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 2 Teaspoons Ground Cumin
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
- 2-3 Teaspoons Salt
- Water 2 15-Ounce cans are what I used
- 1/4 Cup Cornmeal or Masa
Garnish
- Corn Chips Fritos
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Guacamole Prepackaged is fine (most important topping!!!)
- Jalapeno Slices
- Cilantro Optional
- Lime Wedges
Chop all vegetables and place in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium to medium-low heat. Cover and let the veggies sweat for 15 minutes. Shaking the pot occasionally so they don't stick
Add the tomatoes, beans, spices, corn, and water. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes
Add the quinoa and cornmeal and simmer for an additional 15 minutes
Nutrition Facts
Quinoa Vegetable Chili
Amount Per Serving
Calories 208
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 749mg33%
Potassium 689mg20%
Carbohydrates 33g11%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 9377IU188%
Vitamin C 74mg90%
Calcium 84mg8%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.