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Macaroni Chili
25 min
Main
Freezer-friendly
Budget-friendly
Servings
Total
25 minPrep
10 minCook
15 minSwap out
gluten
Free from
soy
peanut
tree nut
sesame
Ingredients
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2 cups (245g)dry whole wheat macaroni
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1 Tbsp (15ml)vegetable oil
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1medium onion, diced
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2garlic cloves, minced
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1⅔ cups (400g)canned diced tomatoes
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2 Tbsp (33g)tomato paste
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1vegetable bouillon cube, crumbled
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1 tsp (2.5g)chili powder
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1 tsp (2.3g)sweet paprika powder
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1 tsp (6g)salt
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¼ tspground black pepper
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1¾ cups (310g)cooked kidney beans
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1½ cups (170g)veggie ground†
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2carrots, finely chopped
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1red bell pepper, diced
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3 cups (90g)fresh spinach, chopped
Directions
- Cook the macaroni according to the package directions, but decrease cooking time by 1 - 2 minutes. Once nearly al dente, drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large pot on medium-high heat and cook the onions and garlic for 3 - 5 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes, and rinse out the can with water (about 400 mL) adding this to the pot as well, along with the tomato paste, bouillon cube, and spices. Bring to a boil.
- Once bubbling, add the kidney beans, veggie ground, carrot, and bell pepper. Cook until the carrots have softed, about 5 minutes.
- Lastly, add the drained noodles and spinach. Cook for another minute, or until the pasta is al dente. Enjoy!
Notes
- †This plant-based product has a dry texture and resembles already-cooked ground meat.
Storage
- Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Store in the freezer for up to 1 month.
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Grains & Starches 22%
• dry whole wheat macaroni
Proteins 24%
• cooked kidney beans
• veggie ground
Fruits & Veggies 54%
• medium onion
• garlic clove
• canned diced tomatoes
• tomato paste
• carrot
• red bell pepper
• fresh spinach
Calcium
No significant sources of calciumFat
• vegetable oil
Nutrition info
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This is really good. Cook times seem a bit off though.
I liked this one! I used dried vegetal protein and re-hydrated it by cooking it together with pasta. The spices add a nice flavor, and I love that it is a single pot dish! Winner!
So hearty and yummy! Looking forward to eating for lunch all week!
wow, this is so comforting. I loved it!!
Excellent ! J'ai saupoudré de flocons de levure maltée pour le goût au moment du service
Loved it. Another recipe meant to last for 4 meals but only two made it to the fridge when I made it first time. Delicious!
This gave old school Hamburger Helper vibes from 2001… but in a good way!!!! The fam gobbled it up and even had seconds. Will def keep this on heavy rotation for busy nights with hockey!
Love it, i barely have to cut anything and can change the vegetables as I please. PERSONALLY i use more spices but that’s because i mess up the measurements 😅
A nice weeknight meal, good for meal prepping. Texture got a little boring, next time I make this I'll think of something to add to spruce it up a little
So hearty and delicious. Reminded me of a childhood favourite recipe my family used to make. I love that this recipe brings me right back.
Very delicious! We enjoyed this one, even my boyfriend who always questions non-italian pasta recipes ;).
I used 200 g spinach (because that was the size of the package) and this worked well.
For me the time for the carrots to soften was closer to 15 mins than 5, so don't forget to check them!
I don't know why I underestimated this recipe, but this was delicious!! A great way to use up various ingredients I already had on hand, like some leftover pumpkin puree that I added in near the end and gave a super silky finish. Plus, it's super satisfying without feeling heavy like other chilis.
Soo delicious
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Very easy and delicious!! I used whatever canned stuff I had on hand. Added two cups of water just before the spinach and added the uncooked pasta to that to save some dishes. Came out great!
So good!! I had diced tomatoes with green chilies so I used that. I also used Beyond Meat steak tips instead of veggie ground. Delicious and I love how fast it came together.
So much flavour and so hearty! I think that the combination of mock meat and beans works well
so easy, so good, and high protein and fiberous. And because you mix the pasta i. With the sauce every bite is balanced and you do not get left with a lot of sauce and no pasta
Again another superb recipe! Thank you 🙏
Me and my 15 year old son loved this, will deffo be making again and regularly, as great for my weight loss and his protein intake for regular exercise.
This was great!
I used soy granules instead which means my ratio was a little off as they expanded (I also had to add extra water) but it was lovely nevertheless and the flavours were great. I will be making it again. Might go wild and add some sweet corn!
We just made this chili and it’s delicious! The recipe is easy to follow and uses ingredients we found at our neighborhood grocery store. We’ll definitely add this to our ‘go to’ weeknight recipe list. Thanks!
Really tasty dish. I made some adjustments since I didn’t have all ingredients (left out carrots and bell pepper and added some maple syrup) and it was really tasty! I didn’t add the pasta into the sauce but rather topped the pasta with it. It gave the vibes of a Mexican inspired bolognese sauce and i really enjoyed it. Topped it with some Tabasco hot sauce which gave a nice kick to it. Thanks for another great recipe :)
I’m not usually a noodle chili person, and though I always love PUL recipes, I just made this one as a “what’s something quick and nutritious I can make?” kind of deal. It was SO good!! I had THREE helpings! 😮❤️
So yummy! I used borlotti beans instead of kidney beans, cuz that was what I had at home. Also, added a little agave syrup (1/2 tsp), cuz every tomato sauce needs a little sweet. I don't often take seconds ... today I took even thirds.
Made it the second time today and I think I cracked it for my taste - doubled garlic and salt, skipped carrots and added nutritional yeast. Turned out so so good. You can always adjust the recipes a bit to your taste.. thanks PUL for this one 😊
I agree with my wife, who said: It's not bad. It's pretty good. But it's not chili.
I have loved this recipe for years now, but is it just me or do the carrots take way longer than 5 minutes?
So delicious! It made more than 4 hearty portions (so I’ve got a couple in the freezer for another day!)
First recipe I make from this app, delicious, nourishing, tasty. Perfect for this winter! I used just one pot to do everything, I didn't cook the pasta on a different pot, I am too lazy for that and it turned out great! 5 stars!
Super easy and great for meal prepping!! Have been enjoying it all week. Thank you PUL team for another star recipe!!
Super tasty, easy ton prepare and perfect for a lazy day... Or days .. 😊
So good!
This is the first recipe I ever made with pick up limes, and made me fall in love with meal prepping and left me really cosy on days where all I would usually have in my college dorm was a can of tuna.
I loved this, as did my 18mth old daughter and my wife!
So so so good! Wholesome but comforting. I love these easy recipes for school nights. Cleaning can be done between steps to make for a relaxing night.
Delicious🤗
Very tasty, but fyi: I needed a lot more water since I used dry soy curls. I think i added an additional 600ml water for 170gr dry soycurls. Worked out for me since I didn‘t have enough beans in my pantry.
Tasted great!
Absolutely loved this! Easy, delicious, and just perfect. 🥰
It isn't often that everyone, and by everyone I'm referring to three spoiled young adults, give me thumbs up for a vegan meal. Easy to make and budget friendly. Please post more meals like this.
Amazing ! My family loved it , thank you 😊
Great, delicious, quick meal to make. First recipe I have made and I will definitely make it again. Good to know it freezes well too!
This was the first dish we made from PUL. Delicious!! This dish is officially part of our regular rotation. Perfect for meal prepping on a Sunday for lunch for the week to come!
This is exactly what I expect from a perfect recipe: quick, simple, affordable, nutritious and delicious! Thank you for accompanying us on our vegan journey🩷
Made this for a friend. She is allergic to soy so we used lentils instead of the veggie ground. Really tasty comfort food.
I did not like soy veggie ground (1st time trying it), it could be the brand. Otherwise it was another winner.
What can I use in the place of veggie groung? I was thinking lentils!
Hey! was just wondering what we could use instead of the vegetable bouillon cube...
Easy and yummy recipe full of protein! Can totally recommend it
This recipe is insanely good! I made this at home for meal prep for weeks in a row, because my husband just didn't want to eat anything else. It's easy to make, yields a big batch, and it tastes great - highly recommend it!
The taste is great and I love the simplicity. The proportions seem to be a bit off though, with 244g dry pasta it feels much too much pasta and not enough sauce! The second time I added 200g of dry pasta and it was perfect for four servings. Thank you for sharing great meal ideas🥗
Fantastic Recipe. I used tvp, which I soaked in veggie stock and sauteed before adding, and replaced the spinach with swiss chard. This was fast, simple, economical, and delicious, and I had leftovers for the next couple of lunches.
I am impressed by your post that make a new post and prepare a new recipe, it is not suitable for everyone but you have done it, I think you will become a more successful person in life.
So good for meal prep and the kids love it! Thank you!
I have made this countless times and is one of my favorites!
Made this for dinner this evening, really delicious and filling.
I started to follow you on Youtube because of this recipe, it's defo my top weekly meal prep choice - thank you!! I'm flexible with the ingredients, so have tried courgette, bell peppers, edamame, and mixed canned beans, they all worked well. Also any short pasta will work too.
We just made this for dinner and it was DELICIOUS! Great budget-friendly recipe! We made a homemade veggie ground out of mushrooms, walnuts, roasted peppers and spices. Thank you for sharing a wonderful recipe. We will definitely make this again.
I made this recipe multiple times with macaroni. However I do recommend trying this recipe with Rice as well. It's easy to make and very delicious. :)
Hello! I am going to make this soon and was wondering if I did freeze leftovers how do I reheat it?
Made this for dinner last night and it was a super quick and delicious meal. Looking forward to the leftovers that are waiting in the fridge :) Thank you for the recipe!
Lots of love from Germany!
So yummy!
Hi, I made your macaroni chili today because I'm trying to eat more healthy and less meat.
It was surprisingly easy to make. That's always something I like because I always seem to have shortage of time.
Also it's very delicious. Real filling and nice for in winter time when it's cold outside.
So I'm keeping it on my healthy list of recipes for sure!
Thanks!
Jummy!
I made this last night and WOW was it delicious! So filling and delicious. I thought I had veg cubes but only chicken, but the taste didn't even come through really. I had a big bowl last night and I loved it. Could very easily be a one-pot meal if you wanted it to be!
I add a tea spoon of Cayenne pepper to give one extra punch, omg so delicious. Im new here and I love all the recipes!
Made this today… It was a lot of food and easy to make, so thats nice. My husband and I think it’s good food to eat but not spectacular. Something was missing for us, maybe not enough spices. Still I am happy to have some leftovers :)
Heading back to school and decided I’ve got to make some healthier choices to keep
myself in a good place. Prepared this for dinner and packed the rest away for the next few days. Absolutely loved it and same goes for my family. Thank you so much! :)
It was so good it might have become my favourite go-to meal ever!
My only question is: what would you recommend to avoid burning and sticking at the bottom of the pan/pot? I am resorting to cook my pasta on a different pot, but am all about getting good tips to make it truly one-pot friendly.
Also, please more dishes like this! Decadent, yet healthy and super easy.
I made this for dinner and then I took the leftovers to work with me the next day... I was the envy of all of my co-workers come lunch time! Once they caught and whiff and a glance at my food they all started hovering around me and drooling like vultures, lol! Super delicious and beautiful!
Whole family loved it!
Absolutely delicious! Everyone (including my picky husband) went for seconds. I had to cook the carrots for much longer than 5 minutes, as we all preferred them a bit softer, and as I used chick pea and lentil pasta that only required 5 min of cooking time, I simply added it straight to the pot when the chili was fully cooked and let it cook in the pot (with a bit more boiling water). Will definitely come back to this one!
This macaroni is delicious! It was a success at the first time. I have added it to my "best and easy recipes" list!
Have been making this recipe once a month more or less for the past 6 months, love it!!
love. this. pasta. made this for my non-vegan fam, and they love it too 😉
We loved this recipe! We fix this weekly in the fall and winter. We tried different veggies and beans to make it a little different. Definitely great topped with vegan cheddar and avocado too!
Tried this with beyond beef. It’s delicious. Hearty, flavorful. Works well for meal prep.
I love how this dish is so simple but so yummy! I will definitely be adding it to my daily rotation, especially in the winter months!
Hi, where I can find the recipe for the vegetable bouillon cube please? Thank you
this dish was delicious!! though I would recommend that if you're batch making it to add the spinach after you reheat it, otherwise it discolours a bit in the fridge.
hi Can i swap the ground soy for cooked brown lentils? Thanks.
I made this recipe and added some extra spicy chili and prepped it for lunch for 4 days. This dish is very saturating and keeps the hunger away until the early evening! Also a very big thank you for the nutritional info! This helps me track my macro's which is important to me because i'm obese. I also downloaded your Staying Motivated printable pdf. Thank you so much for all this great information and making the info looking pretty and organised <3
This recipe really is my favorite! I do leave out the pasta and eat it with rice instead, which is also really good. I made it for my sister and brother in law yesterday, who are not very fond of vegan food. They loved it, even with the soy veggie ground. So you have 2 new fans!
Soooooo good OMG! I added cumin to mine for an extra kick and it was the bomb!! All my family members went back for seconds:)
I love this recipe so much; the flavours blend together so well! I really love this recipe with some vegan cheese. I really have to say, I would love more recipes like this. Also, as a Canadian, I am very proud by how often Sadia uses maple syrup lol. Thanks for the free delicious recipes:)
I have a really hard time eating vegetables and I’m also slowly becoming accustomed to cooking. When I saw this it looked so good I had to try it, and it is as good as it looks! I’m happy to have found something so wholesome and delicious.