Description
Hearty sweet potato black bean chili brings warmth and comfort to winter dinner tables. Mexican-inspired flavors merge perfectly with nutritious ingredients, creating a satisfying meal you can savor with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) black beans
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) vegetable broth
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 red bell pepper
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional Toppings:
- Avocado
- Cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot over medium temperature, gently sautéing onions and garlic until they become translucent and aromatic.
- Incorporate red bell peppers, allowing them to soften and develop a slight caramelization for enhanced flavor depth.
- Sprinkle in spices – chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika – toasting them briefly to release their intense, complex essence.
- Introduce diced sweet potatoes, black beans, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth, stirring thoroughly to create a harmonious blend of ingredients.
- Elevate the temperature to trigger a robust boil, then immediately reduce heat to a gentle simmer, allowing the chili to develop rich flavors for approximately 25-30 minutes.
- Gently adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, ensuring a balanced taste profile.
- Ladle the steaming chili into serving bowls, garnishing with fresh avocado slices, vibrant cilantro, or zesty lime wedges to add brightness and contrast.
Notes
- Boost the protein content by adding quinoa or extra beans for a more filling meal.
- Transform this recipe into a vegan-friendly dish by ensuring all ingredients are plant-based and skip any dairy toppings.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing chili powder and cumin to match personal heat preferences.
- Create a meal prep version by storing the chili in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, which enhances the flavor as the spices meld together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg