Description
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Vegetarian Chili – Crock Pot is the ideal dish for cozy nights or family gatherings. This nutritious and hearty chili combines sweet potatoes and protein-rich black beans, delivering a comforting meal packed with vibrant flavors. With aromatic spices like cumin and chili powder, every bowl promises warmth and satisfaction. Plus, it’s easy to whip up in your crock pot, allowing you to enjoy a delicious dinner without the hassle of constant monitoring. Perfect as a standalone dish or served with your favorite toppings, this chili will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted for extra flavor)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 to 1 cup vegetable broth (optional for consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare all the ingredients by chopping vegetables and rinsing beans.
- If you want deeper flavors in your chili: (Optional) Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent; add garlic and peppers.
- Transfer sautéed vegetables to the crock pot along with sweet potatoes, black beans, diced tomatoes, and spices.
- Cook on Low for 6–8 hours or High for 3–4 hours.
- Adjust seasoning before serving and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg