This ultimate vegan chili is thick, meaty, and super flavorful! It’s loaded with both plant-based ground AND sausage, beans, chunky tomatoes, classic seasonings, and all your favorite toppings like cheese, sour cream, and onions. This meat-free version is perfect for weeknights, weekends, or game days and is sure to amaze even your non-vegan friends and family!
Topping Ideas for This Vegan Chili
Chili toppings are endless. Get creative! Offer your guests or family the opportunity to personalize their own bowl. Here are a few toppings to consider:
- Crackers
- Vegan cheese
- Corn chips
- Tortilla strips
- Vegan sour cream
- Jalapeños
- Sliced green onions or chopped chives
- Salsa or pico
- Hot sauce
- Crushed red chili flakes
- Avocado
- Diced red onion
- Pickled red onion
- Sliced cherry tomatoes
- Sliced radishes
- Tater tots
Can you Freeze Chili?
Yes! Let it cool before transferring to a freezer-safe container. When ready to eat, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat the next day in a saucepan on the stove or in the microwave (covered, to avoid a splattery mess). I like to spoon the chili into individual containers and freeze it for grab-and-go lunches.
Ideas for Leftover Chili
Leftover chili can be the base for some amazing meals and appetizers. There are so many ways to give this dish a second life! Here are some delicious ideas for you to consider:
- Chili cheese fries, waffle fries or tots
- Stuffed burritos with vegan cheese
- Smothered Enchiladas
- Mac & cheese topped with chili
- Chili cheese wonton cups
- Lasagna
- Chili cheese stuffed peppers
- Chili cheese vegan hotdogs
- Baked potato bar with chili, vegan sour cream, your favorite vegan shredded cheese, and green onions as optional toppings.
There’s really no compromise when it comes to vegan cooking. It’s better for us, for the animals, and for our environment, so make this chili and share it with the people you love – whether they’re vegan or not!
If you make this recipe, let me know! Please leave a comment, rate it (once you’ve tried it), and be sure to tag me. And, make sure to follow MNVegHead on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest!
Lots of love, Allison
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Vegan Tater Tot Hot Dish with Bac’n Bits
Easy Vegan Pizza Stuffed Peppers
Ultimate Vegan Chili
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Roll Vegan Sausage
- 1 Package Frozen Beefless Ground
- 1 Onion Chopped
- 1 Green or Red Pepper Chopped
- 4 Cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 Bottle V8 – Hot & Spicy – 64 Ounces
- 2 Cans Chili Beans with Juices
- 1 28 Ounces Can Diced or Stewed Tomatoes
- 3 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1 tablespoon Cumin
- ¼ Cup Sugar Optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, pepper, garlic, and vegan sausage. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until veggies are translucent and sausage is browned.
- Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered over low heat, stirring occasionally for 45-60 minutes.
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