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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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Slow-Cooker Veggie Chili! This hearty and wholesome dish is perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious meal that doesn't compromise on flavor. Whether you're a dedicated vegetarian, a vegan enthusiast, or simply someone looking to enjoy a delicious and filling meal, this chili is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the warm, inviting aroma of chili wafting through your kitchen. With just a few simple steps, you can create a comforting bowl of goodness that serves up to 15 people, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Packed with a colorful medley of vegetables, including vibrant carrots, zucchini, and mushrooms, this chili is not only visually appealing but also bursting with nutrients.

What sets this recipe apart is its versatility. It's gluten-free, dairy-free, and can easily be customized to suit your taste preferences. The combination of beans provides a hearty protein boost, while the blend of spices adds a delightful kick. Plus, with a cooking time of just 8 hours in the slow cooker, you can set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

So grab your slow cooker and get ready to enjoy a bowl of this delicious Veggie Chili that’s perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy night in, a potluck, or a healthy snack. Your taste buds 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