Description
Warm your soul with this Zesty Cozy Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili, a delightful blend of sweet potatoes and black beans simmered with aromatic spices. This hearty dish is perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, offering a comforting balance of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more. Top it off with a dollop of sour cream and fresh cilantro for an added zest. It’s nutritious, satisfying, and easy to prepare—making it a must-try for any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the diced sweet potatoes, chili powder, and cumin; cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add rinsed black beans. Stir well, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Serve hot topped with sour cream or Greek yogurt and fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg