These vegetarian chili recipes get a meaty texture from plant-based ingredients like tofu, mushrooms, and walnuts.

Here are the best ones to try.

He is also a clinical professor of medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine.

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Quinoa, tofu, tempeh, walnuts, and even mushrooms make great substitutes for ground beef.

And Ive gotta sayonce you take your first bite, you wont miss the meat at all.

With a stomach full of this flavorful goodness, youll be more than satisfied.

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The best vegetarian chili recipes to make this winter

1. can fire-roasted tomatoes, crushed2 15 oz.

Do your prep work.

Chop onion, mince garlic, drain and rinse kidney beans, and shred chicken.2.

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In a large pot, heat olive oil over low-medium heat.

Add onions and garlic.

Saute for 3 to 5 minutes, until onions are translucent.3.

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Add peppers, salt, chili powder, cumin, and paprika.4.

Increase to high heat and stir in crushed tomatoes, beans, shredded chicken, and broth.5.

Bring to a boil.

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Reduce to a simmer and cover.6.

Cook for 10 minutes.7.

Garnish with chopped cilantro.

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Sweet potato-lentil chili

This recipe comes from cardiologistJoel Kahn, so youknowits good for your heart.

Its also loaded with protein thanks to lentils and beans.

Cover and simmer over medium heat for six to eight minutes, stirring occasionally.

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Reduce heat if the onions are sticking to the bottom of the pot.3.

Increase the heat to bring to a boil.4.

Remove bay leaf, and stir in the lime juice.

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Serve with lime wedges.

can pinto beans, drained1 15 oz.

can kidney beans, drained2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil2 28 oz.

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In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Add the onion, green pepper, and celery, and saute for five to six minutes until tender.3.

Serve with garnishes as desired.

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Dont get me wrongI do love beans, and theres definitely beans in my chili.

), but its also a fun switch from the typical chili recipe.

It also has another secret ingredient: soy sauce, which adds complexity to the flavor.

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