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Sweet Potato Chili

Wholesome and delicious Sweet Potato Chili is guaranteed to satisfy! An easy-to-make vegetarian chili that's loaded with creamy sweet potatoes and ready in just 30 minutes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium medium onion diced small
  • 2-3 garlic cloves minced
  • 28 ounces can whole tomatoes with their juices, one can (or diced canned tomatoes)
  • 2 tablespoons mild chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • Kosher salt and ground pepper to taste
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 30 ounces can black beans drained and rinsed, 2 cans 15 oz each
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable stock
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
  • Freshly chopped cilantro
  • crusty bread

Instructions

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  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft, 3-4 minutes.
  2. Stir in the garlic, whole tomatoes and seasonings. Crush the tomatoes with the back of the wooden spoon.
  3. Add in the chopped sweet potatoes, beans and water/stock.
  4. Stir well to combine. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 30 minutes.
  5. Serve hot with toppings of choice.

Notes

  • The serving size is a bowl. About 2 cups.
  • You can adjust the chili powder to your taste, and add more. To make it spicy, add 1 tsp of cayenne pepper.
  • I used black beans but you could also go for whatever beans you like, such as pinto beans or a combination of different beans.
  • Use a low-sodium vegetable broth to control the salt content or even go with water if you don't have any broth.
  • Use canned diced or crushed tomatoes in place of the whole tomatoes if you prefer.
  • Add a spritz of lime for a zesty twist.
  • Garnish with cilantro for a pop of color and freshness. Be creative with your toppings like avocado, sour cream, cheese, and so on. Swap sweet potato for butternut squash, or add in other veggies like corn or kale.
  • To make this chili recipe thicker and more filling, consider adding 1/2 cup of quinoa. If you add more quinoa, increase the broth by 1/2 cup.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1bowl Calories 320kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 640mg (27%) Potassium 1116mg (32%) Fiber 17g (68%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 12146IU (243%) Vitamin C 16mg (18%) Calcium 124mg (12%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 320

% Daily Value*

Serving 1bowl
Calories 320kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 59g 20%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 640mg 27%
Potassium 1116mg 24%
Fiber 17g 68%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 12146IU 243%
Vitamin C 16mg 18%
Calcium 124mg 12%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.