Description
Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili is a heartwarming dish that combines tender sweet potatoes and hearty black beans in a rich, spiced broth. This vibrant chili not only warms your body but also delights your taste buds, making it the perfect meal for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. Packed with flavor and nutrition, it’s a satisfying option for both weeknight dinners and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add diced sweet potatoes and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Stir in rinsed black beans and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to combine flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a creamier texture, mash some sweet potatoes while cooking. Feel free to swap black beans with kidney or pinto beans for variety or add jalapeños for extra heat!