Name: Scooter's Vegan Tempeh Chili
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 44 min
Total time: 1 h 14 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 5 carrots, cut into bite-size pieces; 1 sweet onion, chopped; 5 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 (8 ounce) package tempeh (such as Trader Joe's® Organic 3 Grain Tempeh), crumbled; 1 red bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces; 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces; 1 orange bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained and rinsed; 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Embrace the warmth of autumn and winter with this hearty and flavorful vegan chili. Packed with protein and fiber, this vibrant dish satisfies your cravings while nourishing your body. It's quick to prepare and brimming with wholesome goodness.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

02

Step

3 mins

Add onion and chopped garlic; cook and stir until aromatic, about 3 minutes.

03

Step

1 mins

Add chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and cumin; cook and stir for 1 minute.

04

Step

5 mins

Toss in tempeh, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and orange bell pepper; cook and stir until tempeh is coated in the spices, about 5 minutes.

05

Step

1 mins

Pour tomatoes, black beans, cannellini beans, kidney beans, corn, and brown sugar into the tempeh mixture. Reduce heat to low.

06

Step

30 mins

Simmer, covered, until flavors are well blended, about 30 minutes.

For a richer flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of tomato paste along with the spices.
Feel free to adjust the amount of chili powder to your preferred level of spiciness.
This chili tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have more time to meld together.
Serve with your favorite toppings, such as avocado, cilantro, or a dollop of vegan sour cream.

Eugene Grimes

Written by

Our recipe authors are passionate food lovers who share thousands of diverse dishes from around the world. They bring daily cooking inspiration with delicious, easy-to-make recipes for every occasion.

RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (4)

Moises Kuvalis
Jun 14, 2025
I love how easy it is to make and how customizable it is. I added some jalapeños for extra heat!
Jordan Krajcik
May 14, 2025
As a meat-eater, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this vegan chili. The tempeh adds a great texture.
Myrtie Runolfsdottir
May 9, 2025
This chili is fantastic! It's become a staple in our house during the colder months.
Polly Kautzer
Apr 16, 2025
The spices are perfectly balanced, and the beans make it so filling. Thank you for this recipe!

Scooter's Vegan Tempeh Chili

Ingridients

Nutrition

Follow The Directions

01

02

03

04

05

06

Eugene Grimes

Written by

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Instant Pot® Thai Red Curry with Chicken

RECIPE REVIEWS

Moises Kuvalis

Jordan Krajcik

Myrtie Runolfsdottir

Polly Kautzer

LEAVE A REVIEW

LATEST RECIPES

The Best Vegetarian Chili in the World

Spinach Enchiladas

Stuffed Peppers My Way

California Grilled Veggie Sandwich

Mom's Country White Gravy

SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW

CATEGORIES

POPULAR SEARCHS