This is The Best Crockpot Vegetarian Chili you will every eat; every bite is flavorful, and easy to make loaded with vegetables and beans.

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Is Crockpot Vegetarian Chili Healthy?

This vegetarian Chili has many health benefits but, because it is “meat free” does not necessarily mean it is healthy.

When your vegetarian lifestyle is done right your diet is naturally lower in fat such as saturated and cholesterol. A well-balanced vegetarian diet can lower your heart disease risk, obesity, type two diabietes and constipation.

If you consume organic plant sources than there will be less toxins in your diet unlike meat that could have parasites and bacteria. Also, did I mention a plant-based diet can save you tons of money.

One thing, I find interesting many athletes focus on protein and not high-carbohydras, low-fat ad rich vitamins and minerals. I rich vegetarian diet maybe a leading decision in performance of athletes.

Spices in The Best Crockpot Vegetarian Chili

Oregano has strong flavor, filled with Vitamin K and a wonderful in pasta dishes and fish. Also, Oregano is high in antioxidants.

Cumin I love to have on hand for Mexican dishes. This spice is high in iron and helps with fatigue. I love using Cumin in many of my dishes to give an exotic edge.

Chili Powder is a blend of many spices and a staple for Mexican dishes and chili. I keep this spice on hand because I do use more than once a week.

Red Pepper Flakes is a different spice because it does not come from a herb but, the chili pepper. If you like a little kick red pepper flakes are perfect!

Garlic Powder is a must have in my kitchen; I use this spice in everything.

Onion Powder is pair with garlic powder in everything when I cook.

Sea Salt is the number one spice to use in the world and brings out the moisture in all your dishes.

Pepper is the number two spice and adds much flavor.

CROCKPOT’S ARE A MUST HAVE ON THE FARM

My crockpot on my farm kitchen is a must have to prepare meals. An electric crockpot is safe and allows for me to walk away as my meal cooks all day.

Bring out the flavors in your meals by cooking in a slow cooker because it is thick stoneware and enclose with a heating system that simmers my meal all day long.

A crockpot is a tool in the kitchen that you want to prepare meals that save time, money and energy.

Finally, in the summertime, I like using my crockpot is great because it will not make your kitchen hot and uses less energy.

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CROCKPOT

To keep your crockpot in “Tip Top” shape proper maintenance and care is essential. Let your crockpot cool completely before washing. Soak the inside of your pot in warm, soapy water to loosen up food. Scrub your crockpot lightly with a sponge or dish cloth, rinse well and dry. Clean outside of pot with a soapy solution and dish cloth. Never submerge the outside of your crockpot in water.

Benefits of Vegetables in The Best Crockpot Vegetarian Chili

Onion ~ No matter the variety, onions are extremely individual. Cooking with onions the taste is different by the onion color. Onions are strong in antioxidants and filled with numerous anticancer agents. Red, white, green and yellow onions help lower blood pressure along with lower cholesterol.

Garlic is an antioxidant with antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral agents. I love using garlic all year but, in the fall I double up on it because of it many health benefits. Giving protection against different viral strains; garlic is helpful ingredient. Reduce cholesterol; by incorporating garlic in every meal.

Note, garlic does not have the same health benefits when it is heated; raw is best.

Summer Squash such as zucchini and yellow squash is curved, crookneck and should feel firm. Both of these different colored squashes have a light, fresh flavors and reminds you of summer when added to this chili recipe. Try to choose your summer squash in smaller size because the bigger squash may have a woody texture.

Corn is a great grain that give a little variant to this chili. Look for corn kernels that are glossy and bright in color.

Bell Peppers contain beta-carotene and anti-inflammatory to soothe the body. Rich in Vitamin C bell peppers can give the immune system a boost.

Black Beans are an awesome source of iron, protein and fiber. The combination of the bell pepper and the black beans will help to absorb vitamin C and vice versa with the iron in the beans.

The Best Crockpot Vegetarian Chili Recipe

Dinner at home is “Few and Far Between”, many are rushing around with busy work and school schedules along with other commitments that putting dinner on the table is daunting! Everyone wants a tasty meal with simplicity at but, we just can’t figure out how. The Slow Cooker is the answer, and the struggling to put dinner on the table is in the past. Dinner is now a priority with ease and less stress!

Ingredients needed to make Instant Pot Chili:

2 medium green peppers (diced)
1 jalapeno (seeded and diced)
1 med onion (diced)
2 Tablespoons of olive oil
2 cloves of garlic; diced
1 zucchini, sliced and quartered
1 yellow squash, sliced and quartered
2 tablespoons of chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 ground red pepper
2 teaspoons of cumin
One teaspoon of ground oregano
1 teaspoon of ground onion powder
1 teaspoon of ground garlic powder
2 cups of fresh or frozen corn
3 cups tomatoes, including liquid
2 cups of pinto beans, including liquid
2 cups of black beans, including liquid
1/2 of mild green chilies, including liquid
1 cup of tomato paste
A squeeze of a fresh lime
Topping could be Jack Cheese, avocado, and cilantro

First, turn on your Instant Pot or Slow Cooker and sauté peppers, onion and garlic in olive oil. Next, add your quartered zucchini and yellow squash and sauté for fifteen minutes. Next, season vegetables with chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, ground red pepper, and corn; sauté for twenty minutes.

Now add tomatoes, and all beans, green chili and tomato paste. Let your vegetarian chili simmer all day for four to eight hours.

Remove Lid and squeeze lime with a citrus squeezer and top with suggested toppings, makes 8 servings!

The Best Crockpot Vegetarian Chili