Why this?
This Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili is a hearty, comforting meal perfect for any dinner occasion. It's packed with vegetables and beans, making it rich in fiber and protein while being entirely plant-based. The use of an Instant Pot ensures that all flavors meld beautifully in a fraction of the time it would take on the stove, making it a convenient option for a quick yet satisfying dinner.
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 carrots, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 cup frozen corn
2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Preparation Steps:
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the 'Sauté' function. Add olive oil, onion, and garlic, and sauté for about 3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Add bell pepper, carrots, zucchini, and corn to the pot and sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to 'Sealing'. Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' function and set the timer for 10 minutes on high pressure.
- Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid carefully, stir the chili, and adjust seasonings if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Diet Types: Vegetarian
Serving Size: 1 bowl
Servings: 6
Nutritional Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 290 kcal
Total Fats: 3 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Dietary Fiber: 12 g
Total Sugars: 8 g
Proteins: 14 g
Calcium: 77 mg
Iron: 3.8 mg
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