Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

Name: Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 5 medium bowls
Ingredients: 1 yellow onion; 1 large sweet potato; 4-5 cloves garlic; 30 oz. canned black beans; 15 oz. can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth; 1 Tbsp. chili powder; 2 tsp. ground cumin; 1 tsp. smoked paprika; Avocado, cilantro, green onion, hot sauce, vegan sour cream, tortilla chips, etc

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Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings
5 medium bowls
Calories
235 kcal
Course
Main Course, Soup
Cuisine
Vegan, gluten-free

Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

Clara Sanders

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A feel-good sweet potato chili that's satisfying and easy to make. It's full of rich, warm flavors. Plus everyone can garnish their bowl with their own favorite toppings!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 yellow onion
1 large sweet potato (2 cups cubed)
4-5 cloves garlic
30 oz. canned black beans (two 15 oz. cans)
15 oz. can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (or regular)
2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 Tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. smoked paprika

Toppings (optional):

Avocado, cilantro, green onion, hot sauce, vegan sour cream, tortilla chips, etc.

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Instructions

Dice onion. Peel and dice sweet potato.
In a stockpot over medium-high heat, sauté onion for 6-7 minutes. (I use 3 Tbsp. broth/water for no-oil sauté method.)
Add sweet potato, garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika. Stir and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Add black beans (rinsed and drained), diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth.
Bring to a light boil. Then cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 25 minutes (or until sweet potatoes are cooked through), stirring occasionally.
Salt to taste and add any desired toppings. (I highly recommend avocado!)

Notes

Make it spicy: This is fairly mild as written (if using a mild chili powder) so add more chili powder or cayenne pepper if you like it spicier. Or add a dash of chipotle powder for a smoky kick.
Bean variation: Use one can pinto beans + one can black beans (instead of two black beans).
Red bell pepper: This is also a great addition. Simply dice and add it with the onion to sauté.
Recipe originally published October 2015. Updated October 2023.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 235kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0.2g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g Potassium 932mg (27%) Fiber 15g (60%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 7451IU (149%) Vitamin C 16mg (18%) Calcium 123mg (12%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5medium bowls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 235 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	235kcal	12%
Carbohydrates	46g	15%
Protein	12g	24%
Fat	1g	2%
Saturated Fat	0.2g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.5g	3%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.2g	1%
Potassium	932mg	20%
Fiber	15g	60%
Sugar	6g	12%
Vitamin A	7451IU	149%
Vitamin C	16mg	18%
Calcium	123mg	12%
Iron	5mg	28%