Description
Sweet potato chili is a warming and wholesome dish perfect for chilly nights. With vibrant sweet potatoes, hearty beans, and a blend of spices, this chili not only satisfies your hunger but also delights your taste buds. It’s easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or cozy dinners. Serve it hot, topped with fresh lime juice and cilantro for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prep your veggies: Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Dice the onion and bell pepper.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add sweet potatoes & spices: Stir in sweet potato cubes along with cumin and chili powder; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in liquids & beans: Add diced tomatoes with juices, vegetable broth, and drained black beans. Mix well and let simmer for about 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add final touches & serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the chili before serving. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg