Sweet Potato Chili
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Sweet Potato Chili
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This delicious, nourishing Sweet Potato Chili is loaded with black beans, vegetables, and all the classic spices. It's naturally vegan, easy to make, and perfect for meal prep or popping in the freezer.
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Ingredients
For the chili seasoning:
- 4 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1-2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder (see note 1)
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the chili:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 bell pepper stemmed, seeded, and chopped (see note 2)
- 1 carrot peeled and chopped
- 1 celery rib chopped
- 8 cloves garlic minced
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 (15.5 ounce) cans black beans drained and rinsed (see note 3)
- 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
- 2 (10 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes with green chiles undrained (see note 4)
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
To serve:
- avocados peeled, pitted, and diced
- minced fresh cilantro
- scallions thinly sliced
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Instructions
- To make the homemade chili seasoning, in a small bowl, whisk together chili powder, cumin, oregano, thyme, chipotle chili powder (if using), coriander, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- In a large stock pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat olive oil until shimmering. Add onions, bell pepper, and chili seasoning. Cook until vegetables have softened, about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in sweet potatoes, black beans, tomato puree, diced tomatoes and their juice, water, and the bay leaf. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until the sweet potatoes are tender and starting to break down, about 30 minutes.
- Remove lid and continue to simmer until slightly thickened, about 30 minutes longer. Simmer longer for a thicker sauce. Remove the bay leaf and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with diced avocado, minced cilantro, and thinly-sliced scallions or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Chipotle chili powder: Chipotle chili powder is spicy! If you’re unsure, start with 1 teaspoon (or less) until the chili is fully cooked. Then, taste and add more at the end. You can also substitute ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or omit it entirely.
- Bell peppers: Looking for even more vegetables? Add some chopped zucchini, whole kernel corn, or diced butternut squash.
- Black beans: 3 cups cooked beans can be substituted for the 2 cans (that’s about 1 cup dried beans before cooking). You can use any type of canned or cooked bean instead of black beans.
- Canned tomatoes: I love the flavor of fire-roasted tomatoes with green chiles, but you can substitute regular canned tomatoes and add 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies. Ro*tel tomatoes are a good option too.
- Yield: This recipe makes about 12 cups of chili, enough for 8 hearty servings, 1 1/2 cups each.
- Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1.5 cups
Calories
226kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
44g
(15%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Sodium
236mg
(10%)
Potassium
1230mg
(35%)
Fiber
10g
(40%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
20725IU
(415%)
Vitamin C
42mg
(47%)
Calcium
144mg
(14%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings (1 1/2 cups each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 226 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1.5 cups | |
| Calories | 226kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 236mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 1230mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 20725IU | 415% |
| Vitamin C | 42mg | 47% |
| Calcium | 144mg | 14% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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