Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish
• Sour cream and shredded cheese (optional, for serving)

Method

1. 01

   Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the olive oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and zucchini, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened.

2. 02

   Add the black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

3. 03

   Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.

4. 04

   Perform a quick release, then stir the chili.

5. 05

   Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and cheese if desired.