Sweet Potato Chili
Sweet potato chili is a comforting, hearty meal perfect for chilly evenings. This vibrant dish combines sweet potatoes, black beans, and aromatic spices to create a flavorful experience that warms both body and soul. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or gatherings, leaving everyone satisfied and asking for the recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 portions 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add diced sweet potatoes and stir for about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle cumin and chili powder over the sweet potatoes; mix well.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juices and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- After simmering for 15-20 minutes, stir in black beans; simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or avocado if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg