Vegan White Bean Chili

5 from 14 votes

This vegan white bean chili is hearty, creamy, and packed with plant-based proteins, tender potatoes, sweet corn, and homely spices. I also love that it is easy to make, ready in just 35 minutes, freezer-friendly, and free of dairy and gluten. Perfect for cold nights, but light enough to enjoy any time of the year.

Prep Time5

Cook Time30

Total Time35

Course: Main Course, mains

Cuisine: American, Vegan

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 273kcal

Author: Anjali Shah

Equipment

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion diced
½ jalapeno finely diced
2 garlic cloves minced
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
2 potatoes peeled & diced (recommend using small to medium sized yukon gold or red potatoes)
2½ cups vegetable broth
30 oz canned cannellini beans (2 15oz cans)
1 cup frozen corn kernels
½ tsp pepper
½ tsp salt

Instructions

In a large pot heat the olive oil and sauté the onion, garlic, and diced jalapeno until translucent.
Add the cumin, paprika, oregano, thyme and diced potatoes. Continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.
Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes or until the potatoes have softened.
Add the remaining ingredients and cook for another 15 minutes.
Using an immersion blender, blend 2-3 times in bursts to thicken the sauce.
Season to taste and serve with optional toppings.

Video

https://youtu.be/J_rmkNYot_0

Notes

My #1 Secret Tip for this vegan white bean chili recipe is to only blend a small portion. With just a few quick pulses, I am able to create a creamy base while still preserving the texture.
Adjust the heat: Remove the seeds from the jalapenos for less heat, but add crushed red pepper for more.
Use white pepper: If you do not want the creamy appearance flecked with black pepper flakes, use a pinch of ground white pepper instead.
Let it rest: This recipe is so much better the next day. If you can, I recommend allowing it to sit for a few hours or overnight. The intensity of the flavors will amaze you.

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