Satisfy your appetite with many more dinner recipes for every occasion! A dish for the colder months of the year is essential for any kitchen. As the temperature drops, we crave something to warm us from the inside out! At this time a year, a warming chili will always hit the right spot. And with a mix of flavours and just the right amount of spice, this is just the chili you’ve been waiting for!
Vegetarian chili recipe
This chili is a medley of textures and flavours with a hint of spice on top. The combination of nutty lentils, savoury beans and sweet squash strikes just the right balance. Together they make this vegetarian chili incredibly satisfying, the sort of meal that will keep you feeling good long after. Yet because of the wholesome ingredients, it is also very lean! The chocolate is an optional extra in this chili. It doesn’t make it sweeter but does give a richer taste.
Serving suggestions
A bowl of chili is lovely when finished with grated cheese. Add it when the chili is hot so it has the chance to melt. A few pieces of green onion are a favourite of mine and add a bit of freshness and colour. This chili can be served on its own or with a piece of crusty bread. It is also delicious over a bed of fluffy rice.
Storage and leftovers
As with many chilis, this one only gets better as leftovers. Letting the ingredients have a bit more time together gives the flavours have the chance to meld. Store the chili in the fridge in an airtight container. It will store for a week. It can also freeze very well, also in an airtight container. Warm up any leftovers in a saucepan or microwave.
