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A spoon lifting a serving of keto vegan chili from a colorful bowl, garnished with cilantro.

Keto Vegan Chili Recipe

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Cozy up to this Keto Vegan Chili recipe! It's a soul-warming, low-carb dish that skips meat & beans for pecans & veggies.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 225 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 medium onion diced
  • 1 large bell pepper diced
  • 2 jalapeños minced and deseeded for subtle heat, or with the seeds for more heat
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms chopped
  • 1 cup raw pecans chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes not drained
  • Cilantro optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a small prep bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, paprika, cocoa powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to mix. Set aside for now.
    Ingredients for Keto Vegan Chili: cocoa powder, paprika, pepper, chili powder, cumin, salt.
  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes.
  • Add the bell pepper, jalapeños, garlic, and mushrooms to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the pecans, soy sauce, and spice mixture. Let cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste, broth, and diced tomatoes. Let simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes.
    Simmering the Keto Vegan Chili Recipe in a pot with bell peppers, mushrooms, and pecans.
  • Garnish with cilantro, if desired, and serve hot.
    A spoon lifting a serving of keto vegan chili from a colorful bowl, garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 6gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 1011mgFiber: 5g
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