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Three-Bean Sweet Potato Chili

A thick, chunky, nutrient-dense vegetarian chili featuring sweet potatoes and a trio of budget-friendly beans packed with complex fiber and smoky depth.

Cook 00:30
Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 large Sweet potato, peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 1 can (15oz) Black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15oz) Dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15oz) Pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (28oz) Diced tomatoes in juice
  • 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 3 cups Vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • To taste Salt

Instructions

  1. 1
    Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy soup pot over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Sauté the chopped onion for 4 minutes until clear . Add the small sweet potato cubes, chili powder , and ground cumin to the pot.
  3. 3
    Stir continuously for 1 minute to let the spices coat the vegetables.
  4. 4
    Pour in the diced tomatoes, all three cans of drained beans, and the vegetable broth.
  5. 5
    Stir everything together thoroughly.
  6. 6
    Bring the chili up to a boil, then immediately turn the heat down to low.
  7. 7
    Cover the pot with a tight lid and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potato cubes are perfectly fork-tender and the broth has thickened into a rich gravy.
Category
Dinner

Dietary Information

Vegetarian

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