One Pot Plant-Based Lentil Chili
This simple one-pot vegan lentil chili is warm, hearty, and comforting on even the coldest of days.
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 40 mins
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ½ yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cooked green lentils
- 3 ½ cups canned crushed tomatoes
- 3 ½ cups vegetable broth
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup cilantro
- 2 Tbsp almond butter (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- 1. Heat 2-4 Tbsp vegetable broth in a pot and add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes.
- 2. Drain and rinse the lentils. Add the lentils, crushed tomatoes, and the rest of the broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
- 3. Add the spices and maple syrup, stir, and cook over medium-high heat for 15-20 minutes.
- 4. Add the corn kernels and cilantro, stir, and cook for another 10 minutes.
- 5. Remove from the heat, add the almond butter, and stir.
- 6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Store in a covered container for up to 5 days in the fridge.
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