What makes this chili high-protein?

This chili is packed with protein from the generous amounts of lentils, kidney beans, and chickpeas, making it a very satisfying and nutritious meal.

What gives this chili its smoky flavor?

The smoky flavor in this chili comes from the combination of fire-roasted tomatoes, a teaspoon of liquid smoke, and smoked paprika.

Can I adjust the spice level of this chili?

Yes, you can easily adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to make this chili milder or spicier, according to your personal preference.

What is the role of almond milk in this recipe?

Unsweetened almond milk is added to the chili to contribute to a creamier texture and to help balance the rich, acidic flavors from the tomatoes.

What are the recommended toppings for this chili?

The recipe suggests topping your hearty bowl of chili with a dollop of cashew cream cheese and fresh spring onions for the perfect finish.

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Hearty High-Protein Lentil, Kidney Bean, and Chickpea Chili
[Vegan]

LO By: Logan Dunn & Lexus Osman

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A steaming bowl of hearty vegan chili, rich with lentils, kidney beans, and chickpeas, garnished with a dollop of cashew cream cheese and sliced green spring onions.

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Hearty High Protein Lentil, Kidney Bean, and Chickpea Chili [Vegan]

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Loaded with lentils, kidney beans, and chickpeas, this chili is low in fat while being very high in pure plant-based protein! This will help to keep you fuller longer and less inclined to grab at that bag of potato chips later on in the evening.

Ingredients You Need for Hearty High-Protein Lentil, Kidney Bean, and Chickpea Chili [Vegan]

2 cups lentils, cooked or canned
2 cups kidney beans, cooked or canned
2 cups chickpeas, cooked or canned
1 large onion, diced
6 mushrooms, Cremini, chopped
2 handfuls of spinach, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1 can crushed fire-roasted tomatoes
1/2 cup tomato paste
4 garlic cloves
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons cumin
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons oregano
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
Black pepper, to taste
1/8 teaspoon of sea salt

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How to Prepare Hearty High-Protein Lentil, Kidney Bean, and Chickpea Chili [Vegan]

Chop all your veggies, get that prep going!
Once everything is ready, add the olive oil and the liquid smoke to a large pot over medium heat.
To this add your onions and allow them to sweat down and brown up.
Next add your mushrooms, and minced garlic, allowing them to release their liquids and cook for about 5 minutes.
Throw in the bell pepper and the chopped spinach, cooking until the spinach is fully wilted.
Now it’s time to add all of your beans, toss in the lentils, kidney beans, and chickpeas into the pot.
Stir everything to combine.
Add in all your spices and mix them throughout.
Finally throw in the crushed fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, and almond milk.
Allow this to simmer on medium heat for 30 minutes partially covered.
Taste your creation and add more spices if it suits your fancy.
Top with cashew cream cheese and spring onions for the perfect bowl of chili!

Nutritional Information

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.