Slow-Cooker Veggie Chili

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
42%
Slow-Cooker Veggie Chili
523 min.
15
143kcal

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Are you looking for a hearty yet healthy dish that can easily feed a crowd? Look no further than this delicious Slow-Cooker Veggie Chili! Perfect for meal prep, this chili is not only vegetarian, but also vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it an ideal choice for a diverse group of eaters. With each serving loaded with only 143 calories, you can indulge in this comforting soup without any guilt.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the warm, enticing aroma of spices and fresh vegetables wafting through your kitchen. This chili is packed with an array of nutritious ingredients, including beans for protein, vibrant vegetables like zucchini and squash for vitamins, and a delightful medley of spices to excite your taste buds. It’s a flavor powerhouse that proves eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring!

Moreover, the convenience of a slow cooker allows you to set it and forget it, making this recipe perfect for busy weeknights or hosting gatherings. It's a dish that brings people together, whether served as a starter, a snack, or a comforting main meal. Plus, any leftovers can be easily frozen for a quick, satisfying weeknight meal. So why not gather around the table and enjoy a steaming bowl of this hearty veggie chili? Your taste buds—and your guests—will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 29 oz tomatoes diced undrained canned
  • oz tomato sauce canned
  • cup carrots diced
  • 0.5 cup celery stalks diced
  • tablespoon chili powder 
  • cup corn whole frozen
  • teaspoon basil dried
  • 16 oz mushrooms fresh sliced
  • 60 oz kidney beans black rinsed drained canned
  • teaspoon pepper 
  • medium size onion diced sweet
  • cups sacremento tomato juice 
  • cup to 3 sized squashes yellow chopped
  • 1.5 cups zucchini chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Saut first 3 ingredients in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat 10 minutes or until onions are translucent.
  2. Add mushrooms, zucchini, and squash; saut 3 more minutes.
  3. Add chili powder and next 2 ingredients, and saut 5 more minutes.
  4. Stir together tomato sauce and tomato juice in a 6-qt. slow cooker until smooth. Stir in diced tomatoes, next 2 ingredients, and carrot mixture. Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours.
  5. Note: Cool leftovers, and freeze in plastic freezer containers or zip-top plastic freezer bags for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts

Calories143kcal
Protein22.45%
Fat5.68%
Carbs71.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.21
Glycemic Load
7.08
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.205652428062%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.31mg
Myricetin
0.3mg
Quercetin
4.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:143.45kcal
7.17%
Fat:0.98g
1.5%
Saturated Fat:0.17g
1.09%
Carbohydrates:27.76g
9.25%
Net Carbohydrates:19.54g
7.11%
Sugar:8.34g
9.27%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:483.33mg
21.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.67g
17.34%
Vitamin A:1988.44IU
39.77%
Fiber:8.22g
32.9%
Manganese:0.54mg
27.12%
Vitamin C:21.93mg
26.59%
Potassium:790.18mg
22.58%
Copper:0.39mg
19.36%
Phosphorus:192.87mg
19.29%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.28%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.19%
Folate:66.44µg
16.61%
Iron:2.8mg
15.57%
Magnesium:59.87mg
14.97%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.9%
Vitamin B3:2.88mg
14.4%
Vitamin K:12.64µg
12.04%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.3%
Zinc:1.22mg
8.1%
Calcium:73.49mg
7.35%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.18%
Selenium:4.64µg
6.63%
Source:My Recipes