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Sweet Potato and Lentil Chili (vegan)
4.8 from 12 votes

Sweet Potato and Lentil Chili (vegan)

A winning chili for both vegetarians and omnivores that is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or family meal!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 bell pepper diced
  • 3 sweet potato diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 diced tomatoes with green chilis
  • 2 cups lentils steamed
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or more to taste
  • salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground

Instructions

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  1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium high heat. Add onion and bell peppers, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-5 minutes. Add sweet potatoes and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, lentils, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper, to taste.
  2. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  3. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adapted from NatureBox
  • NatureBox