Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili

Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    9 hrs
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    9

Embrace the autumn spirit with this delightful vegetarian chili, a symphony of sweet and savory notes that will tantalize your taste buds. Pumpkin adds a creamy sweetness that complements the earthy spices and hearty beans, creating a comforting and flavorful experience.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    80 g
  • Cholesterol
    1 mg
  • Fiber
    20 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    963 mg
  • Sugar
    13 g
  • Fat
    4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Soak the Black Beans: Place black beans in a large bowl and cover with several inches of cold water. Let soak for 8 hours or overnight. (8+ hours)

02

Step

Simmer the Chili Base: Drain and rinse the soaked beans thoroughly. Transfer them to a large pot, cover with 1 inch of fresh water, and add the lentils. Bring the mixture to a boil, then stir in the dry roux mix until fully incorporated. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the beans are tender. (30 minutes)

03

Step

Infuse with Flavor: While the beans are simmering, dice the green bell pepper. Place the diced pepper in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 30-60 seconds, or until slightly tender. (1 minute)

04

Step

Combine and Simmer: Stir the microwaved bell pepper, tomato soup, pumpkin puree, chili seasoning mix, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and onion powder into the bean mixture. Cover the pot and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all the flavors have melded together beautifully. (15 minutes)

For a richer flavor, consider using vegetable broth instead of water when simmering the beans.
Adjust the amount of chili seasoning mix to your preferred level of spiciness.
This chili is even better the next day, as the flavors have more time to develop. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Garnish with a dollop of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, or a drizzle of hot sauce for an extra kick.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Paolo Rutherford

    I substituted the sugar with maple syrup for a healthier option. It was delicious!

  • Eve Donnelly

    This chili was a huge hit at my Halloween party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.

  • Ashtyn Bruen

    I made this in my slow cooker and it turned out great! I just added all the ingredients after the bean soaking step and cooked on low for 6 hours.

  • Beatrice West

    My kids loved this chili, and they are usually picky eaters. The pumpkin flavor is subtle but makes it special.

  • Andrew Kozey

    I added a can of corn for some extra texture and it was a great addition.

  • Ruth Mayer

    Easy to follow recipe and the results were delicious. I added a bit of cayenne pepper for some extra heat.

  • Savion Fahey

    The simmering time really allows the flavors to develop. It's worth the wait!

  • Randy Daniel

    I was skeptical about the pumpkin, but it adds such a wonderful sweetness to the chili. I will definitely make this again!

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