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Hearty Harvest Veggie Chili

A nutritious and flavorful chili featuring sweet potatoes, black beans, and bell peppers, perfect for meal prep or gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Vegetarian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chili

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced Cut into small, uniform cubes.
  • 1 large onion, chopped Ensure even-sized pieces.
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped Chop into similar-sized pieces.
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped Chop into similar-sized pieces.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Enhances overall flavor.
  • 2 cans black beans, rinsed Rinse thoroughly to remove excess sodium.
  • 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes Adds smoky depth of flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Add gradually for spice balance.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Adds warmth to the chili.
  • to taste none salt and pepper Season to individual preference.
  • 1/2 to 1 cup vegetable broth (optional) For a soupier chili.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into small, uniform cubes.
  • Chop the onion and bell peppers into similar-sized pieces.
  • Mince the garlic finely.
  • Rinse the black beans thoroughly.

Sautéing the Vegetables (Optional)

  • Sauté onion, bell peppers, and garlic in olive oil over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Add garlic after the onion and bell peppers have softened.

Combine Ingredients in the Crockpot

  • In the crockpot, combine all prepared ingredients along with the sautéed vegetables (if applicable).
  • Season with chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  • Add broth if desired.

Set Your Crockpot

  • Set your crockpot to LOW for 6 to 8 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Stir halfway through cooking if possible.

Adjust Seasoning and Serve

  • After cooking, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve hot, topped with avocado, yogurt, cheese, or cilantro.

Notes

For a variety of options, add other vegetables like zucchini or corn. Perfect for meal prep, and it stores well in the fridge or freezer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g
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