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    Recipes » Main Dish » Vegetarian Main Dish

    Three Bean and Quinoa Chili

    Published: Jan 14, 2015 · Updated: Oct 20, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

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    Easy Three Bean and Quinoa Chili recipe has pinto, black, and kidney beans plus quinoa for a satisfying, vegetarian/vegan alternative to a typically meat-heavy dish

    white cups of Three Bean and Quinoa Chili with canned beans in background

    It's safe to say that I have a soup obsession.

    Soup seriously couldn't be more perfect in my opinion.

    The fact that everything is made in one pot would win me over alone, but then you have all the other wonderful things about soup. It's warming, comforting, delicious... I could talk for hours about soup...

    I could tell you that it is impossible for me to pick a favorite soup because I like them all. I could tell you how soup reminds me of childhood {we always had soup when I was little. My dad is the best soup maker in the world}.

    But instead of typing for hours about soup, I'll cut to the chase and tell you the best part, in my opinion, about soup. My very favorite part about soup is that it's an easy way to pack in veggies!

    Soups are a dream come true for me - a vegetable loving, veggie-pusher encourager. I'm always trying to find ways to get people to eat more veggies, and soup totally does the trick.

    Let's take this Three Bean and Quinoa Chili for example. It has bell peppers, onions, garlic, jalapeños, and tomatoes.

    On top of all that veggie goodness, this chili is loaded with fiber and plant-based lean protein. It will turn a meat-lover into a vegetarian wanna be.

    Three different beans and quinoa make this a satisfying alternative to a typically meat heavy dish.

    Feel free to add any embellishments to your soup. Avocados and diced green onions would be delicious vegan options, or you could add some freshly grated cheese or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

    There's really only one way to improve on this chili, and that's to make a batch of cornbread to soak up the spicy goodness.

    This recipe makes a big batch {about 10 cups}, and it gets better the longer it sits.

    Leftovers keeps well in the fridge for about 5 days or in the freezer for a month or two.


    MORE VEGETARIAN SOUP RECIPES YOU'LL LOVE:

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    Three Bean and Quinoa Chili

    Easy Three Bean and Quinoa Chili recipe has pinto, black, and kidney beans plus quinoa for a satisfying, vegetarian/vegan alternative to a typically meat-heavy dish
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Author: Meme

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon oil olive oil or avocado oil
    • 1 large onion diced
    • 1 green bell pepper diced
    • 1 jalapeno minced
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 cup quinoa
    • 4 cups water or broth
    • 28 ounce can diced tomatoes
    • 8 ounce can tomato sauce
    • 15 ounce can kidney beans rinsed and drained
    • 15 ounce can black beans rinsed and drained
    • 15 ounce can pinto beans rinsed and drained
    • 4 teaspoons chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

    Instructions

    • Heat oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onions and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until lightly browned. 
    • Add jalapeño, garlic, and quinoa. Stir for 30 seconds. Pour in water, diced tomatoes with juices, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
    • Add in remaining ingredients and stir well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Enjoy!

    Notes

    *Makes 12 cups

    What to Use in This Recipe

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    Did you try this recipe?Be sure to leave a comment & recipe rating below. Bonus points for tagging @memeinge & #livingwellkitchen on Instagram! THANK YOU! xo

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    Nutrition Facts
    Three Bean and Quinoa Chili
    Serving Size
     
    1 cup
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    155
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    3
    g
    5
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Sodium
     
    449
    mg
    20
    %
    Potassium
     
    545
    mg
    16
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    27
    g
    9
    %
    Fiber
     
    7
    g
    29
    %
    Sugar
     
    4
    g
    4
    %
    Protein
     
    7
    g
    14
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    510
    IU
    10
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    19
    mg
    23
    %
    Calcium
     
    70
    mg
    7
    %
    Iron
     
    3
    mg
    17
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Melanie says

      February 24, 2016 at 1:35 pm

      Soups really are such an easy way to pack in more veggies. This chili looks amazing, and I love that you used quinoa!

      Reply
      • Meme says

        February 24, 2016 at 2:58 pm

        Thanks, Melanie! I may or may not force extra veggies in all my soups 😉

        Reply
    2. Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says

      February 24, 2016 at 6:27 pm

      I'm totally with you Meme - I love soup for all it's comfort, ease, and great way to boost nutrition with veggies, whole grains, and more, just like you did here!

      Reply
      • Meme says

        February 26, 2016 at 6:39 pm

        Great minds think alike 🙂 xxxo

        Reply
    3. Min says

      February 24, 2016 at 6:45 pm

      You ARE the queen of soup ;). I seriously am dying to try your dad's creation!! And yes..chili + cornbread. always.

      Reply
      • Meme says

        February 26, 2016 at 6:41 pm

        Haha! Well, I eat it at least once a week, so I've got that going for me 🙂 If only I could bring you a batch. Miss you!!!!! xxxo

        Reply

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