Vegan Vegetable Chili

Ingredients:

• 1/2 Pack Smart Ground Lightlife ((Lightlife Vegan Smart Ground)
• 1 Whole White Onion
• 2 Large Carrots
• 1 Medium Zucchini
• 10 Bella Mushrooms
• 1 Jalapeno
• 2 8 oz cans Diced Tomatoes
• 1 8 oz can Tomato Sauce
• 1 8 oz can Black Beans
• 1 8 oz can Red Kidney Beans
• 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
• 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
• 2 Teaspoons Salt
• 2 Teaspoons Chili Powder
• 1 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1 Teaspoon Pepper
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil or Avocado Oil

Garnish:

• Avocados
• Fresh cilantro

Instructions:

1. Prepare Vegetables:
   • In a large pot over medium heat, add olive or avocado oil. Sauté chopped onions and zucchini until translucent.
2. Add Vegetables:
   • Grate carrots and add them to the pot along with chopped mushrooms and diced jalapeno (seeds included for extra spice).
3. Cook Smart Ground:
   • Add Lightlife Smart Ground to the pot and mix well with the vegetables. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender.
4. Incorporate Beans and Tomatoes:
   • Rinse black beans and red kidney beans, then add them to the pot.
   • Pour in diced tomatoes and tomato sauce.
5. Season and Simmer:
   • Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Mix well.
   • Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Once the chili is ready, garnish with sliced avocados and fresh cilantro.
   • Serve hot and enjoy this delicious vegan chili!