Description
A hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Chili Mac that combines tender pasta with a spicy chili sauce, topped with melted cheese for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil
- Onion
- Bell Pepper
- Carrots
- Garlic
- Chili Powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Diced Tomatoes
- Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies
- Elbow Macaroni Pasta
- Black Beans
- Kidney Beans
- Water
- Shredded Cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion, bell pepper, and carrots until they are tender.
- Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt to the pot; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and water, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add elbow macaroni, black beans, and kidney beans to the pot; cover and cook according to pasta package instructions, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is cooked and most of the liquid has been absorbed, remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other vegetables or beans based on your preferences. For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot / Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 455 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 790 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: Vegetarian Chili Mac, Macaroni, Vegetarian Recipes, Chili, Pasta, Comfort Food