Herbed Vegetarian Chili Con Carne Tacos with Garlic-Lime Beans
A vibrant meatless twist on chili con carne, wrapped into tacos with garlic-lime beans. This dish blends smoky peppers, cumin, and cilantro for a weeknight feast with a bright finish and a complete plate in one bite.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)Ingredients(scaled)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ medium onion, diced
- 1 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ green bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup frozen corn
- ½ cup cooked black beans, drained
- ½ cup diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
- ½ cup vegetarian crumbles or soy crumbles
- ½ tbsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- ½ 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- ½ 1/2 cup veggie broth
- ½ Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 small flour or corn tortillas
- ½ cup cooked garlic-lime beans (see recipe below)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onion and pepper until soft, 4-5 min.
- Add garlic, crumble in vegetarian crumbles, and cook 2 min until fragrant.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and chili flakes; cook 1 min.
- Pour in tomatoes, broth, corn, and beans; simmer 10-12 min until thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper; briefly simmer to meld flavors.
- Warm tortillas; fill with the chili and top with garlic-lime beans.
- Finish with chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and a quick brown butter drizzle (optional).
Chef’s Pro Tips
- Pulse some fresh cilantro into the beans for extra brightness.
- For more texture, stir in 1/4 cup crushed tortilla chips just before serving.
- Make the garlic-lime beans ahead and rewarm with a splash of water.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with lime wedges, diced avocado, and a light cabbage slaw for crunch.
Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; rewarm gently on the stove. Freeze individual portions for longer storage.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 420 |
|---|---|
| protein | 18 |
| carbs | 62 |
| fat | 12 |
| fiber | 12 |
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