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Lentil Sweet Potato Chili

A hearty and nutritious chili made with lentils and sweet potatoes, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium sweet potato peeled and diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup carrot diced
Legumes and Grains
  • 1 cup dry lentils rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
Spices and Seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Others
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup corn optional

Method
 

Prepare the Vegetables
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic, diced sweet potato, bell pepper, and carrot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add Lentils and Spices
  1. Stir in the rinsed lentils, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Simmer the Chili
  1. Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
Finish and Serve
  1. If using, stir in the corn and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 15gSugar: 6g

Notes

This chili can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and freezes well for up to 3 months.

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