Description
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili is a hearty and vibrant dish that warms the soul on chilly nights. This easy recipe combines nutritious ingredients for a comforting meal in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 can black beans (15 oz)
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 bell pepper
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Wash, peel, and chop sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and bell pepper.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until soft (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add Sweet Potatoes & Peppers: Incorporate diced sweet potatoes and bell peppers. Stir occasionally for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Spices & Beans: Sprinkle in cumin and chili powder, stirring well before adding rinsed black beans and canned tomatoes.
- Pour in Broth & Simmer: Add vegetable broth until just covered. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover partially, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Finish with Lime Juice: Squeeze fresh lime juice into the pot before serving, mixing to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding corn or other vegetables for added flavor. Adjust spice levels according to your preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze for later meals.