Prep: 5 Easy Vegetarian Summer Chili that’s savory, hearty, and perfect for a quick and delicious summer weeknight dinner! (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
I know, I know. It’s not technically summer. But in my defense, it has definitely felt like it in these recent days! Add in being pregnant (opens in a new tab) and I’m definitely feeling those summer vibes. Any of my momma friends on here have tips for staying cool while pregnant in the summer?
With how warm it’s been here, you would think I’d want to stay far away from a hot dinner like this and live off of Strawberry Chia Seed Popsicles, (opens in a new tab) watermelon, (opens in a new tab) and summer salads. (opens in a new tab) Buy GUYSSSSS. We’re talking about chili here. And not just any chili, but this Easy Vegetarian Summer Chili!
Let me tell ya about this summer chili thing, friend.
I love this Easy Vegetarian Summer Chili because it’s loaded with veggies!
Anyone else struggle with loving vegetables? Yep. It’s true. I could probably just live off of carbs and sweets if you left me in the wild. There’s never a shortage of that stuff in my life, but I definitely struggle to get enough servings of veggies every day. This summer chili recipe is a great way to load up on them!
This Easy Vegetarian Summer Chili is SO perfect for making in advance and having throughout the week!
ALL the meal prep. Seriously so perfect for making a big batch and having for quick and easy lunches or dinners later in the week! Add any toppings of choice and enjoy 😉
A few tips for making this Easy Vegetarian Summer Chili:
I definitely recommend using a vegetable chopper (opens in a new tab) to make the process a little bit quicker! I made this summer chili in a large stock pot, (opens in a new tab) but this recipe also works great in the slow cooker. (opens in a new tab) 😉 I’m all about that set it and forget life!
Other recipes you might enjoy: Vegan Ramen Soup w/ Zucchini Noodles, (opens in a new tab) Slow Cooker Skinny Chicken Tortilla Soup (opens in a new tab), Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup, (opens in a new tab) Easy Spicy Vegan Potato Curry! (opens in a new tab)
Easy Vegetarian Summer Chili
Ingredients
- 3 summer squash (medium)
- 3 zucchini (medium)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil (opens in a new tab)
- 15 oz. canned diced tomatoes
- 15 oz. canned tomato sauce
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 head broccoli
- 15 oz. canned chickpeas
- 1/4 cup corn
- 2 tsp cumin
- 3 tsp chili powder (opens in a new tab)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- salt/pepper
- fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the cubed summer squash and zucchini in the oil over medium-high heat in a stock pot for about 10 minutes (or until soft).
- Add in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth, cooking for another 10 minutes.
- Add in the broccoli, chickpeas, corn, and spices.
- Continue cooking for another 10 minutes.
- Top with fresh basil (optional), serve, and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Did you make this? I’d love to see!
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I am obsessed with this recipe! It’s super easy to make and delicious. I like to make it on a day off and then just heat it up for dinner in the evenings.
This recipe is AMAZING – just starting on my vegetarian lifestyle change and this will definitely be a go to meal.
This recipe is incredible! I usually add a cup of corn and a can of kidney beans and serve with salted white rice and it’s such a wonderful and satisfying meal. Thank you so much for this great recipe!! It’s definitely become a staple in my home
OH NO!!!! Totally a user error. After questioning my sanity, I checked to see what measuring spoons were soiled, and what do you know the 1/2 tsp has cayenne on it. Not the 1/4 tsp : (
Changing my review to five stars!!!!
Love this recipe tried it twice already and I love adding my own flunk by adding jalapeños or bell peppers or black beans as a chickpea substitute. Thank you for this recipe! 🙂
So glad to hear that, Autumn! 🙂 YUM!