Vegetarian Chili
Vegetarian chili is a hearty main course packed with bell peppers, carrot, celery, jalapeño and warming chili powder. The Thermomix TM7 chops all the vegetables in seconds and simmers the chili hands-free, developing a deep, smoky flavour. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner and perfect for meal prep.
About this recipe
Vegetarian chili with the Thermomix TM7 is the answer when you crave a warming, spice-laden stew on a cold evening. Searching for easy chili recipes for your all-in-one kitchen machine ends here: bell peppers, carrot, celery and a fiery jalapeño are chopped in seconds, while the built-in scale weighs the chili powder and vegetable stock paste directly into the bowl. The TM7 then simmers everything unattended, letting the smoky tomato base thicken while you set the table or help with homework. This quick weeknight dinner freezes brilliantly, making it a meal-prep favourite for vegetarians and meat-reducers alike. Serve it with crusty bread, rice or a dollop of soured cream, and let everyone add their own toppings. One bowl, minimal washing up and maximum comfort — that is what a good chili should be.
Preparation tips
- Rinse the canned beans and sweetcorn thoroughly before adding them to the mixing bowl; this removes excess starch and keeps the chili broth clean and bright rather than cloudy.
- Taste the chili after simmering and adjust the heat gradually: a little extra chili powder or a sliced jalapeño with seeds turns a family-friendly stew into a fiery version for spice lovers.
- This chili tastes even better the next day, so make a double batch and store portions in airtight containers in the fridge or freezer for effortless weekday lunches and dinners.
Recipe variations
- Vegan version: skip any dairy toppings and finish with diced avocado, fresh coriander and a squeeze of lime, keeping the chili 100% plant-based while adding a creamy, fresh contrast.
- Festive variation: add a square of dark chocolate and a pinch of ground cinnamon near the end for a rich Mexican-inspired mole depth, then serve with tortilla chips, grated cheese and soured cream for a party spread.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Chopping speed - The Thermomix chops onion, carrot and celery uniformly in seconds, saving ten minutes of knife work. [Chopping]. [Time Savings]
- Built-in weighing - The TM7 scale weighs chili powder and vegetable stock paste directly in the bowl for consistent seasoning. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
- Gentle heating - The Thermomix heats the tomato base at a controlled temperature so the chili never scorches. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
- Gentle stirring - The TM7 mixes the beans and peppers hands-free while the flavours meld into a thick stew. [Mixing]. [Hands-Free]
- Grated topping - The Thermomix grates a block of cheddar finely for a melty finishing touch on the chili. [Grating]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- olive oil
- yellow onion
- red bell pepper
- green bell pepper
- carrot
- celery
- jalapeño pepper
- vegetable stock paste
- water
- canned tomato sauce