Cauliflower Chili

This hearty Cauliflower Chili with pinto beans, poblano peppers and sweet potato is packed with flavor and happens to be naturally vegan! It's easy to make, perfect for meal prep and a great way to get in a few extra servings of vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Quantities

3 tablespoons oil (avocado, olive or another neutral oil) 1 yellow onion, diced (~1 1/2 cups) 1 tablespoon garlic, minced (2-3 large cloves) 1 poblano pepper, finely diced (~1/2 cup) 3 cups chopped cauliflower florets 2 cups diced sweet potato (diced into 1/4" pieces) 1 red bell pepper, diced 2 tablespoons chili powder 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon kosher salt 4 cups vegetable broth 28 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 2 15 ounce cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

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Sauté onion

Add oil to a large dutch oven/soup pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring often.

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Add other veggies

1. Stir in garlic, poblano pepper and red bell pepper and continue cooking for 5 minutes, until they start to soften.

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Add sweet potato

Add in sweet potato, chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt and tomato paste and continue cooking for 6-8 minutes, stirring often.

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Add broth

Pour in broth, diced tomatoes and lime juice, stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

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Add cauliflower

After 20 minutes, stir in cauliflower, pinto beans and cilantro. Return to a simmer (uncovered) and cook for an additional 30-35 minutes, until chili is thickened and vegetables are tender.

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Serve

Serve hot topped with avocado slices, red onion, sour cream, shredded cheese, etc.

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Tips

Topping ideas: We topped our cauliflower chili with a bit of cilantro, red onion, and avocado. I also love to add a bit of cheese to top, which starts to melt into the chili, making it thicker and adding a ton of flavor. You can also top with sour cream, tortilla strips, pickled jalapeño, etc. Substitutions/additions: You can swap out the pinto beans for black beans if you'd like, as they have a firmer texture that some may find preferable. You can also feel free to add more chili powder and a few dashes of hot sauce if you like a little more heat in your chili.

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Enjoy!