Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
Summer is over and the cold weather is here. Chili is one of my all time favorite meals to have when it is a chilly, brisk day. Chili is extremely versatile and there are many variations of chili you can make like; beef chili, turkey chili, chicken chili, three bean chili, vegetarian chili, etc. The options are truly endless!
Recently, I have loved making a meatless dinner once a week and my Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili is a great meatless option. This chili is hearty, comforting and filled with complex flavors and textures. The sweet potatoes add a subtle sweetness, the black beans add hearty texture and the mixture of spices round everything out. Better yet, it is completely vegetarian and vegan (if you sub a few toppings)!
My Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili is a simple one pot meal that you can prep in advance or not; whatever makes your life easier! Unlike most chilis, I think you will be surprised how fast this comes together; no crock pot needed! Instead, grab your dutch oven and get cooking!
Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
Recipe details
Ingredients
- 1 large sweet potato (peeled/chopped into medium chunks)
- 1 (15) oz can black beans (drained)
- 1/2 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 2-3 carrots (peeled and chopped)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 (14.5) oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch / cold water
Toppings
- dairy free sour cream or greek yogurt
- vegan shredded cheddar cheese or regular shredded cheddar
- hot sauce
- avocado
Instructions
- In a pot, add olive oil, minced garlic and chopped onion. Saute until soft (~3-4 minutes).
- Add tomato paste and mix into oil, garlic and onion. Let cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add chopped sweet potato, carrot and red bell pepper. Mix and saute until they begin to get soft (6-8 minutes).
- Add dry seasonings: chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder and salt. Mix until vegetables are coated.
- Add can of diced tomatoes, water and black beans.
- Mix and cover pot. Let simmer on low for 25-30 minutes.
- Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with some cold water to make a slurry. Add directly into chili and mix. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve with your choice of toppings!
Tips
- The cornstarch water mixture is optional but this will help the chili thicken, so I highly recommend!
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