Vegan Chili Mac

This Vegan Chili Mac is a hearty and comforting dish that combines pasta, chili flavors, and creamy dairy-free cheese for a satisfying meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it’s both filling and packed with plant-based goodness.

Ingredients

• Elbow macaroni - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Canned black beans - 1 can (400 grams), drained and rinsed
• Canned diced tomatoes - 1 can (400 grams)
• Vegetable broth - 250 milliliters
• Chili powder - 2 teaspoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Dairy-free cheese shreds - 100 grams

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet, and cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. Reduce heat to low, then add the cooked macaroni and nutritional yeast to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the dairy-free cheese shreds until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or avocado if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 85 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from beans and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.

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