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    Black Bean Chili (Vegan & Gluten Free)

    Published: Aug 23, 2018 by Stephanie 18 Comments

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    This Black Bean Chili is easy to prepare in the slow cooker and requires minimal prep time & effort. A classic bowl of comfort food that's perfect served alone or with your favorite toppings. Great choice for those busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Vegan & Gluten Free.

    Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

    And even though Chili just kind of reminds me of the Fall & Winter months, I still love to prepare it year around....

    Especially since this Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili is made in the crock pot, which means no heating up the house in the warmer Summer months. πŸ˜‰

    Although the cooler weather is right around the corner... you still may wanna add this recipe to your collection for a hearty family friendly meal to serve year around.

    And since lentils are a good source of protein, low in calories & great for weight loss, then they seem like an obvious choice to add to Chili.

    Plus, unlikeΒ a lot of other legumes there is no need to pre-soak them!Β  Winner, winner for a quicker dinner. πŸ˜† couldn't resist the urge to throw the rhyme in there!

    Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

    Chili is also something that makes great leftovers. It usually develops even more flavors after a few days.

    And I have many ways to repurpose leftover chili or sometimes I just like eating it with some tortilla chips as a dip. Yess, please πŸ˜€

    Ways to repurpose leftover slow cooker black bean chili:

    • Chili Cheese Fries
    • Chili Cheese Veggie Burger

    So why not dust off that slow cooker and just throw it all in there.... It will do all the work for you, so you can go about your day!

    Cause wouldn't it be nice to not have to think about What's For Dinner Tonight?

    Which is always the question of the day in my house??

    Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

    Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili meets all the requirements for dinner since.....

    1. Tasty and nutritious
    2. Easy to put together
    3. Great for leftovers
    Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

    And if you make this recipe please be sure to let me know in the comments below. Also don't forget the star rating!

    Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

    Enjoy!

    Stephanie

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    Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

    Black beans and lentils make for an easy, yet tasty fall or winter menu addition
    Course Dinner, Lunch/Dinner
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 6 hours hours
    Total Time 6 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 116kcal
    Author Stephanie

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup dried green lentils rinsed
    • 1 box 13.4 ounce black beans rinsed**
    • 1 onion chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic chopped
    • Β½ green bell pepper diced
    • 1 tomato diced about 1 cup***
    • 2 tbsp. tomato paste
    • 2 tbsp. chili powder
    • Β½ tbsp. cumin
    • dash of cayenne pepper*
    • Β½ tsp. garlic powder
    • Β½ tsp. oregano
    • salt & pepper to taste
    • 3 cups vegetable broth
    • Β½ cup water

    Instructions

    • Put all of the above ingredients in slow cooker and cook on high heat 5-6 hours
    • Taste for salt & pepper
    • Serve with any of your favorite toppings

    Notes

    *You can add additional cayenne pepper depending on your heat level.
    **Or 13-15 ounce can of black beans rinsed.Β 
    ***You could use diced tomatoes from a can or box.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 116kcal
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    Updated- originally posted December 2015

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    Comments

    1. Stacey

      October 04, 2019 at 12:38 am

      Just wondering, what size slow cooker did you use for this?

      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Stephanie

        October 04, 2019 at 1:30 pm

        Hi Stacey, I believe it's about a 6 quart one!

        Reply
    2. Annemarie @ justalittlebitofbacon

      August 23, 2018 at 3:57 pm

      Black beans and lentils! I never would have thought of putting them together into one recipe, but now it totally makes sense and I have to try it. I can definitely see enjoying this chili when coming in from a cold foll day.

      Reply
      • Stephanie

        August 23, 2018 at 4:23 pm

        They make the perfect combo for chili...so thick & hearty! Hope you get a chance to try this πŸ˜€

        Reply
    3. Taylor Kiser

      August 23, 2018 at 3:47 pm

      I am so ready for fall comfort foods like this chili! It looks so delicious!

      Reply
    4. Nicole Tingwall

      August 23, 2018 at 2:43 pm

      I'm so excited for fall and all the slow cooker recipes! This looks perfect!

      Reply
    5. Lauren Vavala @ DeliciousLittleBites

      August 23, 2018 at 2:39 pm

      I've not thought to use lentils in chili before! I love this idea! It's a perfect recipe for Fall!

      Reply
    6. Susie

      August 23, 2018 at 2:24 pm

      What an awesome HEARTY looking chili! I can't wait to have chili this winter. I love that you included ways to use the leftovers. Great ideas!
      Pinning!

      Reply
    7. Stef

      December 01, 2016 at 11:17 pm

      Thanks and yes perfect for all those things πŸ™‚

      Reply
    8. kitchnwhisperer

      December 01, 2016 at 11:14 pm

      This is a great dish for cold weather and sports watching days. I like the vegetarian part too.

      Reply
    9. Stef

      December 01, 2016 at 11:08 pm

      You're welcome. I feel the same way...Personally I'm not a fan of kidney beans.

      Reply
    10. Platter Talk

      December 01, 2016 at 11:01 pm

      I would rather have this chili any day over the kind with kidney beans. I use chick peas too, sometime. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    11. Stef

      December 01, 2016 at 10:53 pm

      Lentil and black beans are both great protein sources and Yummy as well. Thanks Lisa!

      Reply
    12. Lisa

      December 01, 2016 at 10:46 pm

      This looks so hearty and satisfying! I love that it's meatless, because even though I'm not vegetarian, I prefer to eat as little meat as possible - but with lentils and black beans I'm sure it seems quite meaty anyway!

      Reply
    13. Stef

      December 01, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      Thanks Kyle! Chili is definitely one of my favorites during cooler weather πŸ™‚

      Reply
    14. Sarah @ Champagne Tastes

      December 01, 2016 at 10:32 pm

      oooo I love lentils! They're the best! And I'm always looking for new slow cooker recipes πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Stef

        December 01, 2016 at 10:35 pm

        For sure and go great in many recipes πŸ™‚

        Reply
    15. Kyle J Larson

      December 01, 2016 at 10:21 pm

      Great photos! Chili is perfect for the winter season... will have to break out the slow cooker and make some soon.

      Reply

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