how to make the COZIEST and creamiest VEGAN white bean chili

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while being cost-effective.

white beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: navy beans

Navy beans are often less expensive and have a similar texture.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Using bouillon cubes with water is a budget-friendly alternative.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: fresh lemon juice

💰Cheaper: bottled lemon juice

Bottled lemon juice is a more affordable option.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced bell pepper, serrano pepper, and kale; cook until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, and oregano; stir to combine and toast spices for 1-2 minutes.

Add drained and rinsed cannellini beans, chickpeas, and corn; mix well with vegetables.

Pour in veggie broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Stir in lime juice and season with black pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with nutritional yeast if desired.

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