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Lentil Chili

Lentil Chili recipe that is vegan, vegetarian, budget-friendly, and gluten-free. Option to make in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4
Author Meme

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder or more to taste
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 15 ounce can no-salt added diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 cup lentils rinsed & picked over
  • 5 cups water
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium high heat.
  • Add onion & peppers, and sauté for about 7 minutes. Add in garlic, 1 TBSP chili powder, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 30 seconds then add in tomatoes, lentils, and water.
  • Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes. Season with salt. Taste to see if you want to add more chili powder or red pepper flakes. Add gradually (by 1/4 tsp) so you don't end up adding too much.
  • If using, stir in red wine vinegar.
  • Simmer another 10 minutes until it is to your desired consistency and the lentils have completely softened.

Notes

*Makes 8-9 cups