Unbelievable Chili Raw Foods
Discover a vibrant and nutritious twist on classic comfort food with this "Unbelievable Chili Raw Foods" recipe! Packed with the bold flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and a medley of warming spices, this raw vegan chili is as satisfying as it is wholesome. The creamy base, achieved with avocado and optional cashews, pairs perfectly with the crunch of walnuts to create a texture-rich dish that's entirely raw, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Ready in just 25 minutes with no cooking required, this chili is perfect for health-conscious eaters or anyone looking to enjoy clean, plant-based flavors without compromising on taste. Garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, it's a beautiful dish that’s as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate. Serve it solo or with your favorite raw veggie chips for a quick, flavorful meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 small Zucchini
- 1 small Avocado
- 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (soaked for 30 minutes, then drained)
- 0.5 cup Raw walnuts
- 0.25 cup Cashews (optional, for added creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 1.5 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Begin by soaking the sun-dried tomatoes in warm water for about 30 minutes, then drain and set aside.
2. In a food processor, combine the cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, carrot, zucchini, avocado, soaked sun-dried tomatoes, and raw walnuts. Pulse until the vegetables are finely chopped but still have some texture to create a chunky base for your raw chili.
3. Add the cashews (if using), lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic clove to the food processor. Blend until the mixture becomes creamy and well emulsified.
4. Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin powder, paprika, and sea salt. Pulse a few more times to thoroughly incorporate the spices into the mixture.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more spices or lemon juice to achieve your desired flavor profile.
6. Transfer the chili into serving bowls. Garnish each bowl with thinly sliced green onions and chopped fresh cilantro.
7. Serve immediately with a side of raw vegetable chips or enjoy on its own as a hearty meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1856 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.0 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4783 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.0 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.0 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 116.6 g | ||
| Protein | 57.9 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 9983 mg | 212% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
