colorful meatless chili

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Gary Loewenthal
Falls Church, VA

Adapted from a recipe in "The Mini Page" kids' insert found in many newspapers. This dish is tasty and satisfying and practically dances with color.

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 50 Min

Ingredients For colorful meatless chili

  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1
    small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1
    medium zucchini, cubed
  • 1 c
    chopped mushrooms
  • 3 clove
    garlic, minced or crushed
  • 3/4 Tbsp
    chili powder
  • 1 tsp
    cumin
  • 1/8 tsp
    salt
  • scant 1/4 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 2 can
    diced tomatoes (do not drain)
  • 1 can
    red beans, drained
  • 1
    medium tomato, diced, or a few chery tomatoes, cut in half (to add color, use yellow or orange tomatoes)

How To Make colorful meatless chili

  • 1
    Heat oil in large soup pot or wide, deep skillet over medium heat.
  • 2
    Add all vegetables and garlic, stirring until vegetables soften.
  • 3
    Add seasonings and cook an additional 5 minutes.
  • 4
    Stir in tomatoes and beans.
  • 5
    Heat on medium for 10 minutes, then lower heat and simmer for 25 minutes. During last 7-8 minutes, add chopped fresh tomatoes.
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