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Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili Recipe

Cozy Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili Recipe for Comfort Food Lovers

This Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili Recipe is a hearty and nutritious dish that combines rich flavors and comforting textures, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Feel free to use a neutral oil
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Minced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
For the Chili
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Homemade enhances taste
  • 14.5 ounces Petite Diced Tomatoes Canned
  • 1 can Pinto Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Kidney Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Black Beans Optional
  • 15 ounces Pumpkin Puree Canned
  • 1 medium Sweet Potato Diced

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the Olive Oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté the Yellow Onion, Green Bell Pepper, and Red Bell Pepper for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the minced Jalapeño and Garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, cinnamon, cumin, chili powder, and onion powder, toasting for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the Vegetable Broth and add the Petite Diced Tomatoes; bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Mix in the Pinto Beans, Kidney Beans, and Pumpkin Puree, and add the diced Sweet Potato.
  7. Reduce heat to low and cover slightly, allowing to simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, diced red onion, or avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 9000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure your pumpkin puree is smooth for the best texture. Adjust spice levels gradually and add vegetable broth when reheating if thickened.

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