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    Hummusapien Β» Recipes Β» Lunch and Dinner Β» Autumn Spiced Vegetarian Chili

    ★★★★★ from 3 reviews

    Autumn Spiced Vegetarian Chili

    Published Oct 6, 2014 Β· Modified Nov 8, 2021 Β· by Alexis Joseph Β· 64 Comments

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    I may not be the biggest football fan there ever was, but MAN do I like a good tailgate. Errrr, tailgate food.
    Autumn Spiced Vegetarian Chili
    Yes, hot diggity dawgs and hamburgers tend to steel the spotlight on game day, but lettuce not forget about all the other glorious options out there! Eleveate your tailgate with seven layer dip, chips and guacamole, spinach and artichoke dip, chili, and jalapeño poppers. Oh, and some beer. Maybe even beer in the chili, if you're into that.
    Just because it's a by week here in Columbus doesn't mean that tailgates are off limits! Lucky for you, Whole Foods Market stores nationwide will be grilling up a storm and sampling a bunch of non-GMO must-haves on Saturday, October 11th from 2pm-4pm. And why not snag a brewsky at The Social while you shop? I don't hate it.
    tailgate2
    Let's chat for a hot minute about GMOs. Other than OMG spelled backward, what the hell are they?! GMO stands for genetically modified organism, which is an organism whose genetic material has been altered using unnatural engineering techniques. Many crops are modified to survive herbicide treatment, produce their own pesticides and resist certain diseases.  A whopping 70% of our packaged foods contain GMOs. Stores really can't exclude GMOs because government regulations don't currently require the disclosure of GMOs in food.
    Autumn Spiced Vegetarian Chili
    This topic is EXTREMELY debated in the media. Because I'm not in the mood to get anyone hot and bothered over it and because we all deserve to have our own opinions, I'll just share my stance in a nutshell. I prefer my food to be non-GMO because I don't believe it's natural and we don't know the long-term effects of their usage. Using them to feed certain populations in need is one thing and creating gigantic, flawless looking apples genetically altered be higher in antioxidants is another. I don't want to buy fruits and vegetables with double the vitamins because of genetic modification. I like them just how they are.
    For another awesome article on this topic, read this one. You can also learn more from the Non-GMO Project. 
    Autumn Spiced Vegetarian Chili
    Get this---by 2018, all Whole Foods products containing GMOs will be labeled. Full transparency here, people! Whole Foods currently offers over 25,000 certified organic products and about 8,500 Non-GMO Project Verified products in their stores.  To avoid GMO's....

    • Buy certified organic. The USDA National Organic Standards do not allow the use of GMOs.
    • Choose Whole Food's 365 Everyday Value® brand. Of note, all plant-derived ingredients are sourced to avoid GMOs; but if a product has meat, eggs or dairy ingredients, they could be from animals that were given GMO feed — unless the product is organic or Non-GMO Project Verified
    • Look for the Non-GMO Project Verified seal, which have been verified non-GMO by a 3rd party.

    Autumn Spiced Vegetarian Chili
    Whew! Can we talk about all the fabulosity in this chili now? It has PUMPKIN in it. And PUMPKIN PIE SPICE. Capital letters mean I'm EXCITED. No, this doesn't taste like pumpkin pie. You're more than welcome to gulp down a Pumpkin Pie Smoothie while you're cooking if that's what you're going for. It has all those warm and fuzzy fall flavors, not to mention that it's packed with fiber, protein, and antioxidants! You'll feel much less guilty about the bucket of chicken wings you ate after a bowl full of this hearty goodness.
    I pinky promise that this chili will totally get the stamp of approval from your carnivornous husband/boyfriend/cat/roommate/bestie. If you want to go all out, top it with a dash of hot sauce and some freshly grated cheddar cheese. If you have leftover spicy cashew mayo that's dying to be used as a chili topper, that would be insanely unreal.
    Consider this tailgate ELEVATED.
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    Autumn Spiced Vegetarian Chili

    ★★★★★ 5 from 3 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph, MS, RD, LD
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Cook Time: 60 mins
    • Total Time: 1 hour 10 mins
    • Yield: 4 1x
    • Category: Main Meals
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    Description

    A hearty and delicious vegetarian chili packed with fall flavor, perfect for football tailgates!


    Ingredients

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    • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 medium onion, diced
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 2 cups sliced bell pepper (I used frozen 365 organic three pepper blend)
    • 1-28oz can 365 organic* diced tomatoes (do not drain)
    • 1-15oz can 365 organic pinto beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1-15oz can 365 organic black beans, drained and rinsed
    • ½ cup 365 canned pumpkin
    • 1 ½ tbsp chili powder
    • 1 tsp smoked paprika
    • 1 tsp cinnamon
    • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 tsp oregano
    • Dash of cayenne pepper

    Instructions

    1. Add olive oil to a dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Once hot, add diced onion. Sautee for 5-7 minutes and then add garlic and bell pepper. Sautee for another 5 minutes.
    2. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer (covered) for thirty minutes to an hour.

    Notes

    *365 is Whole Food's house brand used for the purpose of this post. Any brand will work for this recipe.

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     Disclosure: Whole Foods Market Upper Arlington gave me a gift card to purchase the items used in this recipe. I was not compensated for my time. All opinions are my own.

    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Gaby says

      November 19, 2020 at 1:27 am

      [An oldie but goldie Hummusapien recipe haha]

      Best chili recipe ever! My go-to in the colder months πŸ™‚ awesome over hashbrowns and topped with cheese!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        November 19, 2020 at 1:46 pm

        Yayyyy love it!

        Reply
    2. Deborah says

      September 11, 2019 at 1:29 am

      The recipe sounds wonderful, but I have scrolled through this post several times and the recipe doesn't show up. I would love to try this. The pumpkin spice with chili sounds intriguing. I know it's an older post, but if you took out the recipe - could you put it back on the page?

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        September 11, 2019 at 12:31 pm

        So sorry Deborah--a number of my recipes have disappeared through the redesign. I will add this one to the list that needs fixing. Thanks for letting me know! In the mean time, you can make this chili: https://www.hummusapien.com/vegetarian-chili/

        https://www.hummusapien.com/slow-cooker-smoky-vegetarian-chili-with-walnuts/

        Reply
    3. Natascha says

      November 03, 2014 at 9:25 am

      well, that really looks AMAZING but due to the fact that I live in Germany and only know "german" measurements I am kind of confused if it comes to "oz can".. this really messes my head up πŸ˜€
      I am planning to make this food for my family on my birthday party and really want to make this. thanks in advance for helping me out here! πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        November 03, 2014 at 7:54 pm

        Hey there! "Oz" is an abbreviation for ounces, so maybe just look online for a conversation to whatever measurement you use over there? Not sure the can sizes! Hope that helps!

        Reply
    4. Natascha says

      November 03, 2014 at 9:25 am

      well, that really looks AMAZING but due to the fact that I live in Germany and only know "german" measurements I am kind of confused if it comes to "oz can".. this really messes my head up πŸ˜€
      I am planning to make this food for my family on my birthday party and really want to make this. thanks in advance for helping me out here! πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        November 03, 2014 at 7:54 pm

        Hey there! "Oz" is an abbreviation for ounces, so maybe just look online for a conversation to whatever measurement you use over there? Not sure the can sizes! Hope that helps!

        Reply
    5. Amanda @ Diary of a Semi-Health Nut says

      October 19, 2014 at 10:44 pm

      Well I'm late to the party but this looks amazing!! I'm adding this to a round-up I'm making for Lifehack if that's okay! πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 20, 2014 at 7:32 am

        Thanks my dear! That would be fab!

        Reply
    6. Amanda @ Diary of a Semi-Health Nut says

      October 19, 2014 at 10:44 pm

      Well I'm late to the party but this looks amazing!! I'm adding this to a round-up I'm making for Lifehack if that's okay! πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 20, 2014 at 7:32 am

        Thanks my dear! That would be fab!

        Reply
    7. Tiffanie says

      October 09, 2014 at 1:41 pm

      This was last night's dinner and it was incredible! I substituted some spices wrong and it was a bit too spicy for my daughters, but they added a handful (or two) of shredded cheese and it was perfect. We all loved it!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 4:40 pm

        Fabulous!! I'm so glad you and your family liked it!

        Reply
    8. Tiffanie says

      October 09, 2014 at 1:41 pm

      This was last night's dinner and it was incredible! I substituted some spices wrong and it was a bit too spicy for my daughters, but they added a handful (or two) of shredded cheese and it was perfect. We all loved it!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 4:40 pm

        Fabulous!! I'm so glad you and your family liked it!

        Reply
    9. kate // vegukate says

      October 08, 2014 at 5:10 pm

      This looks SO good. You have me craving veggie chili now !!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 4:54 pm

        I think that means you have to go make some πŸ™‚

        Reply
    10. kate // vegukate says

      October 08, 2014 at 5:10 pm

      This looks SO good. You have me craving veggie chili now !!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 4:54 pm

        I think that means you have to go make some πŸ™‚

        Reply
    11. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

      October 07, 2014 at 10:24 am

      pumpkin pie spice in the chili?? I could dive in head first!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:07 pm

        Yesss!! Dreams really do come true!!

        Reply
    12. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

      October 07, 2014 at 10:24 am

      pumpkin pie spice in the chili?? I could dive in head first!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:07 pm

        Yesss!! Dreams really do come true!!

        Reply
    13. dixya | food, pleasure, and health says

      October 07, 2014 at 1:32 pm

      GMO = OMG for sure..its just so unfortunate that we live in a world where genetically modified things are cheaper and available than all natural stuff ..what happened to those days??? it really makes me angry to think about all these things. Although I dont do everything organic and GMO 100% of the time, it will be nice to have that transparency. GO Wholefoods!

      Reply
    14. dixya | food, pleasure, and health says

      October 07, 2014 at 1:32 pm

      GMO = OMG for sure..its just so unfortunate that we live in a world where genetically modified things are cheaper and available than all natural stuff ..what happened to those days??? it really makes me angry to think about all these things. Although I dont do everything organic and GMO 100% of the time, it will be nice to have that transparency. GO Wholefoods!

      Reply
    15. She Rocks Fitness says

      October 07, 2014 at 6:58 am

      Well this just screams FALL and yes tailgate parties, when it is a little cooler! πŸ˜‰ Apparently I'm not getting your posts via email anymore and have no idea why...The blasphemy! Thanks for sharing and CONGRATS on Alchemy again! XOXO

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:07 pm

        Wahhhhhh what happened?! Thanks love!!

        Reply
    16. She Rocks Fitness says

      October 07, 2014 at 6:58 am

      Well this just screams FALL and yes tailgate parties, when it is a little cooler! πŸ˜‰ Apparently I'm not getting your posts via email anymore and have no idea why...The blasphemy! Thanks for sharing and CONGRATS on Alchemy again! XOXO

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:07 pm

        Wahhhhhh what happened?! Thanks love!!

        Reply
    17. Erica {Coffee & Quinoa} says

      October 06, 2014 at 10:00 pm

      I am prettttty thrilled that it's chili season! And I love the idea of using pumpkin + pumpkin pie spice in here. Plus I obviously love Whole Foods πŸ™‚ This has my name all over it!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:08 pm

        Me too my dear! As a Whole Foods lover, I command you to dive head first into this pot o' chili.

        Reply
    18. Erica {Coffee & Quinoa} says

      October 06, 2014 at 10:00 pm

      I am prettttty thrilled that it's chili season! And I love the idea of using pumpkin + pumpkin pie spice in here. Plus I obviously love Whole Foods πŸ™‚ This has my name all over it!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:08 pm

        Me too my dear! As a Whole Foods lover, I command you to dive head first into this pot o' chili.

        Reply
    19. Chelsea @ Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says

      October 06, 2014 at 6:56 pm

      Chili is hands down my favourite cold weather food. I pretty much make it all fall and winter long, so one of those times I'll definitely have to give this recipe a whirl!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:08 pm

        Me tooo!!! Now I just need to nail down a good cornbread recipe.

        Reply
    20. Chelsea @ Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says

      October 06, 2014 at 6:56 pm

      Chili is hands down my favourite cold weather food. I pretty much make it all fall and winter long, so one of those times I'll definitely have to give this recipe a whirl!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:08 pm

        Me tooo!!! Now I just need to nail down a good cornbread recipe.

        Reply
    21. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

      October 06, 2014 at 5:57 pm

      YUM!! I am SO excited that chili season is back! I am excited to try your version πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:10 pm

        I know you're a chili connoisseur, but I think you may just love this πŸ™‚

        Reply
    22. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

      October 06, 2014 at 5:57 pm

      YUM!! I am SO excited that chili season is back! I am excited to try your version πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:10 pm

        I know you're a chili connoisseur, but I think you may just love this πŸ™‚

        Reply
    23. Danica @ It's Progression says

      October 06, 2014 at 3:41 pm

      I feel the same way...football? meh. but Fall-time foods? yes please!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:10 pm

        So glad that the feeling is mutual πŸ™‚

        Reply
    24. Danica @ It's Progression says

      October 06, 2014 at 3:41 pm

      I feel the same way...football? meh. but Fall-time foods? yes please!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:10 pm

        So glad that the feeling is mutual πŸ™‚

        Reply
    25. Julia says

      October 06, 2014 at 10:48 am

      A dropped tailgate + beer + autumn-spiced veggie chili sounds most excellent!! I need never ending bowls of this!
      GMOs...OMG, I'm glad to hear Whole Foods will be labeling everything so that it's more evident what's going on with what. Bravo, WF, bravo!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:11 pm

        I shoulda put beer in disssssss.

        Reply
    26. Julia says

      October 06, 2014 at 10:48 am

      A dropped tailgate + beer + autumn-spiced veggie chili sounds most excellent!! I need never ending bowls of this!
      GMOs...OMG, I'm glad to hear Whole Foods will be labeling everything so that it's more evident what's going on with what. Bravo, WF, bravo!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:11 pm

        I shoulda put beer in disssssss.

        Reply
    27. Carly says

      October 06, 2014 at 10:32 am

      Holy chili wowza, this sounds/looks delicious. Thanks for the breakdown on GMOs, I know it's a hot topic these days.
      Thanks,
      Carly
      http://www.PlayingForEats.com

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:11 pm

        You're very welcome! Enjoy, Carly!

        Reply
    28. Carly says

      October 06, 2014 at 10:32 am

      Holy chili wowza, this sounds/looks delicious. Thanks for the breakdown on GMOs, I know it's a hot topic these days.
      Thanks,
      Carly
      http://www.PlayingForEats.com

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:11 pm

        You're very welcome! Enjoy, Carly!

        Reply
    29. Erin @ The Almond Eater says

      October 06, 2014 at 7:21 am

      MMMM chili--it's about that time of year again isn't it? And though I'm the opposite of a hardcore football fan, I absolutely can appreciate football food.

      Reply
    30. Erin @ The Almond Eater says

      October 06, 2014 at 7:21 am

      MMMM chili--it's about that time of year again isn't it? And though I'm the opposite of a hardcore football fan, I absolutely can appreciate football food.

      Reply
    31. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

      October 06, 2014 at 6:50 am

      Oh yeah, bring on the football food! This looks incredible. The husband would even love this--with the healthy dash of hot sauce on top of course. Great recipe!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:33 pm

        I love the thought of adding hot sauce! Delish!

        Reply
    32. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

      October 06, 2014 at 6:50 am

      Oh yeah, bring on the football food! This looks incredible. The husband would even love this--with the healthy dash of hot sauce on top of course. Great recipe!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:33 pm

        I love the thought of adding hot sauce! Delish!

        Reply
    33. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

      October 06, 2014 at 6:42 am

      off topic but I totally read your menu for Alchemy and saw a cheeky spicy cashew mayo on that. Shiz needs to be bottled up and sold as healthy crack.
      Hot sauce and cheese is NOT optional.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:34 pm

        OMG. Let's bottle it and call it healthy crack. It has a nice ring to it.

        Reply
    34. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

      October 06, 2014 at 6:42 am

      off topic but I totally read your menu for Alchemy and saw a cheeky spicy cashew mayo on that. Shiz needs to be bottled up and sold as healthy crack.
      Hot sauce and cheese is NOT optional.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:34 pm

        OMG. Let's bottle it and call it healthy crack. It has a nice ring to it.

        Reply

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