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TVP Chili Recipe (Vegan, Gluten Free, High Protein)

This is the best TVP Chili I have ever had- perfectly spiced, rich and filling, and so easy to make and meal prep for dinner or lunches.  This Chili with Textured Vegetable Protein (also known as TVP) is a great high protein vegan lunch or dinner… a perfectly cozy bowl of chili to enjoy by an autumn fire.

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This TVP Chili Recipe is one of our go-to comfort food dinners for fall and winter nights. I can’t tell you how many time I’ve attempted to make chili, but the spices weren’t right.   That ALL changed when I made this chili.  Its absolutely delicious and has an incredible flavor. TVP is textured vegetable protein… which is a delicious alternative to ground beef.  I always have a few packs in my cupboard- its a staple ingredient in my Vegan Italian Meatballs and our weekly #TacoTuesday spread!

This TVP Chili Recipe is:

  • Hearty
  • Spicy
  • Smokey
  • Packed with Vegetables
  • Easy to batch cook, meal prep, or make ahead.
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free

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OK, So What Is TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein) Anyway?

TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein) are small bits of soy protein, which has a very similar texture as ground beef. Because of this, TVP is really versatile to use in place of real meat. We use TVP in soups and stews, for taco filling, and in lasagnas.   TVP is a great pantry-staple protein, and it lasts a long time. We always keep a few bags of this stuff on hand.

A High Protein Vegan Chili Recipe, Loaded with Veggies!

What I love about this recipe is all the delicious vegetables going on in this: tomatoes, onion, garlic, carrots, mushrooms, celery, corn, and not one, not two, but THREE different kinds of beans!  Simmered together with my signature spice combination, and you have a delicious and healthy meal for the week that even the pickiest meat eater will love.

I served this at a chili party, and it was a huge hit!  I did a lil DIY chili bar, and had a variety of toppings out for everyone: jalapenos, chives, sour cream, macaroni, cheese, raw onion, etc.  It was so successful that most of the chili got eaten and I didn’t have as many leftovers as I thought I would 🙂

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Whats In This High Protein Vegan Chili with TVP?

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How Do I Make Chili with Textured Vegetable Protein?

1. In a Dutch oven or large stock pot, heat the olive oil on low. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 5 7 or 8 minutes until soft. Add the diced carrots, celery, bell peppers, and mushrooms, and sauté for 3 more minutes.
2. Add the black bean soup (including liquid), and drained and rinsed kidney beans and baked beans to the pot. Add diced and crushed tomatoes and beef-less ground beef as well.
3. Add spices to the pot: Chili powder, oregano, parsley, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Simmer all on low for 1 hour until veggies are tender and flavor begin to meld.
4. Serve over brown rice, quinoa, or pasta!

5. Store leftovers for one week, so good for lunch!

 

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Vegan Shawarma Bowl Recipe (High Protein, Gluten Free)

Gluten and Dairy Free Butter Chicken Recipe (High Protein)

Vegan Low Carb Sandwich with Plant-Based Scrambled Eggs

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TVP Chili (V, GF)

Kelly Jensen
This is the best TVP Chili I have ever had- perfectly spiced, rich and filling, and so easy to make and meal prep for dinner or lunches.  This Chili with Textured Vegetable Protein (also known as TVP) is a great high protein vegan lunch or dinner... a perfectly cozy bowl of chili to enjoy by an autumn fire.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Servings 12
Calories 154 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • In a dutch oven or large stock pot, heat the olive oil on low. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 5 7 or 8 minutes until soft. Add the diced carrots, celery, bell peppers, and mushrooms, and sauté for 3 more minutes.
  • Add the black bean soup (including liquid), and drained and rinsed kidney beans and baked beans to the pot. Add diced and crushed tomatoes and TVP as well.
  • Add spices to the pot: Chili powder, oregano, parsley, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Simmer all on low for 1 hour until veggies are tender and flavor begin to meld.
  • Serve over brown rice, quinoa, or pasta!
  • Store leftovers for one week, so good for lunch!

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 12gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 334mgPotassium: 605mgFiber: 8gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 3830IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 137mgIron: 5mg
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