Red Bean Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

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This red bean slow cooker vegetarian chili recipe is a hearty and delicious option for those seeking a meatless meal. Packed with nutritious ingredients, this flavorful dish is perfect for chilly days. The slow cooker method ensures that the flavors meld together beautifully, resulting in a comforting and satisfying chili. With its combination of red beans, vegetables, and spices, this recipe is not only vegetarian-friendly but also a great source of protein and fiber.

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Red bean slow cooker vegetarian chili recipe details

Red bean slow cooker vegetarian chili recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
Number of votes:118

A meatless chili that’s full of flavor thanks to chili powder, garlic and oregano.
Ready in: 8 hours 10 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

• 1/2 pound sliced mushrooms
• 2 green or red bell peppers, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes (don’t drain)
• 2 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 large carrot, chopped or grated
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 8 hours

1. Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the mushrooms, peppers, celery, onion, and jalapeno to the hot oil and cook, stirring, until onion browns, about 10 minutes. Stir in the garlic, oregano, and cumin and cook for 2 more minutes.
3. Pour the cooked vegetables into a slow cooker, dump in the tomatoes, beans, carrot, water, BBQ sauce, chili powder, and liquid smoke, and cover.
4. Turn heat on to Low and cook for 8 hours.