8 Vegan Chili Recipes for National Chili Day

There seem to be holidays commemorating just about everything, and when those holidays pertain to food, we don’t complain. February 23 is National Chili Day, and what better way to celebrate than by making one of these delicious vegan versions of the classic meat dish? From classic, hearty chili to spicy vegan chili mac, here are our favorite protein-packed, budget-friendly recipes that will keep your stomach and wallet happy.

Vegan chili! Black beans, kidney beans, corn, quinoa, peppers, avocado, tomatoes, cilantro and tortilla chips. Wishing we had this Sheil! @plantbasedartist #veganchili #beans #veganbowl

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@plantbasedartist’s heart-healthy vegan chili will keep you warm and satisfied for hours, thanks to its high fiber content and the healthy fats from the avocado.

The perfect Super Bowl snack 🍟

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@veganalamode’s Chili Cheese Fries is the perfect recipe for when you’re in the mood to indulge but want to keep it healthy—and with oven baked fries, warming chili, vegan cheese sauce, cilantro, and green onions, you won’t even miss the deep fried version.

It's been a cold and blustery weekend and all I'm craving is this Hearty 1-Pot Red Lentil Chili. Smoky, comforting, flavorful, + protein- and fiber-rich! 🎉🎉👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👌🏼😍❤️❤️ Make a batch to enjoy throughout the week! (link to blog in profile) #vegan #glutenfree #chili #plantbased

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@minimalistbaker’s 1 Pot Red Lentil Chili is a twist on an old classic thanks to its spicy jalapeño kick. Best of all, this recipe uses simple ingredients and won’t leave you with a million dishes to wash after you’re done.

Warm up, cheer up, get spicy nutritious deliciousness with this Killer Vegan Chili. It's killer good and new on the blog. One of my best recipes yet, and I'm stoked for you to try it! #veganfoodporn #vegansofinstagram #veganfood #plantbased #protein #comfortfood #Chili #glutenfreevegan #vegan #cleaneating #healthyrecipe #foodpic #foodphotography #dinner #spicy #photocall #plantstrong #foodie #instayum #delicious #recipe #getfeatured #food52grams #buzzfeast #huffposttaste #cooking

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Add complexity and depth to your chili with @eat.healthy.eat.happy’s Killer Vegan Chili recipe. Loaded with poblano peppers, crushed walnuts, quinoa—and your favorite vegan beer—this hearty chili is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

New post on the blog, babes! Somehow I forgot to post this yesterday (wups) but here it is: Smokey Sweet Potato, Black Bean & Lacinato Kale Chilli 🌟🌿👌 Love ya! #ontheblog

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@spiceandsprout’s Smokey Sweet Potato, Black Bean, and Lacinato Kale Chili is a healthful and creative way to up your vegetable intake—the smoky tomato sauce will make you crave this chili all week long.

Our recipe for Bourbon Mango Black Bean Chili is an exotic twist on a classic weeknight dinner. 💥 Get the how-to on our blog! Link in bio.☝🏼

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@well_vegan’s Bourbon Mango Black Bean Chili will transport your taste buds with the cool tropical notes of mango, the fiery spice of jalapeños, and the deep rich flavors of bourbon.

Vegan Chili Mac tonight! Comfort food at its best 🎉 I make this all the time because it's so quick and easy, tastes phenomenal, and is loved by the entire family. It's definitely a toddler favorite - though she refers to it as "gooey mac!" 😉💚 (Recipe on website)

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What do you get when you combine two comfort-food classics? @thegardengrazer’s Vegan Chili Mac! This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy families.

Vegan White Bean "Chicken" Chili! Perfect for the Super Bowl! #vegan #vegansofig #vegetarian #veganfoodporn #veganfoodshare #food #foodblog #football #foodgawker #findingvegan #tastespotting #chili #SuperBowl #gameday #soup #dinner

A post shared by @veganosity on Jan 29, 2015 at 5:15pm PST

To get a really “meaty” chili flavor, try @veganosity’s White Bean “Chicken” Chili. This chili gets its texture from shredded jackfruit and Great Northern white beans, and best of all—no animals were harmed in the making!

Sarah McLaughlin is an editorial assistant for VegNews, who enjoys cooking almost as much as she enjoys eating.