Description
Sweet potato and black bean chili is a nourishing, vibrant dish that warms both body and soul. Packed with sweet potatoes, hearty black beans, and aromatic spices, this chili is not only delicious but also highly nutritious. Whether you’re enjoying it on a cozy night in or serving it at a gathering, this comforting bowl will tantalize your taste buds and leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onions until translucent, then stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced sweet potatoes and chopped bell pepper; cook for about 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in cumin and chili powder; mix well before adding diced tomatoes and their juices.
- Pour in vegetable broth along with rinsed black beans. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Finish by squeezing fresh lime juice over the chili and stirring in cilantro if using. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg