Protein Beef Chili Recipe
This vegan protein beef chili delivers deep flavor, satisfying thickness, and high protein without animal ingredients.It suits meal prep days, cold evenings, and women who expect dinner to show up strong.
Ingredients
- Vegan beef crumbles soy or pea protein based: 250 g
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Onion finely chopped: ¾ cup
- Garlic minced: 1 tbsp
- Tomato puree: 1 cup
- Diced tomatoes: ½ cup
- Kidney beans cooked: ¾ cup
- Black beans cooked: ¾ cup
- Vegetable broth: 1½ cups
- Chili powder: 1½ tsp
- Cumin powder: 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Oregano dried: ½ tsp
- Salt: ¾ tsp
- Black pepper: ½ tsp
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté 3 minutes until soft and glossy.
- Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add vegan beef using 250 g, breaking gently.
- Cook 5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour tomato puree, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth.
- Add kidney beans and black beans evenly.
- Simmer uncovered 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Total Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Protein: 28 g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving %)
- Vitamin B12: 40%
- Iron: 32%
- Zinc: 26%
- Magnesium: 24%
- Potassium: 28%
Additional Notes / Tips to Enhance the Flavor
Add cocoa powder for deeper, dramatic richness.Top with vegan yogurt or avocado for balance.
Let chili rest ten minutes so flavors fully commit.