One-Pot Vegan Chili Mac
One-Pot Vegan Chili Mac is a comforting and hearty dish that combines creamy elbow macaroni with zesty chili spices and protein-packed beans. Perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings, this easy recipe delivers bold flavors and vibrant colors in just one pot. With its nostalgic twist on mac and cheese, even your non-vegan friends will be asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in chili powder and cumin; cook for another minute until aromatic.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juice), vegetable broth, rinsed beans, and macaroni. Stir well and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and let simmer for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Remove from heat and mix in nutritional yeast. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or avocado if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg