Lentil Sweet Potato Chili
Warm up with a bowl of Lentil Sweet Potato Chili, a comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This hearty chili is packed with sweet potatoes, lentils, and vibrant spices, creating a nourishing meal that is both satisfying and full of flavor. The best part? It’s easily made in your slow cooker—just toss in the ingredients and let it simmer away while you go about your day. Whether you serve it on its own or pair it with your favorite sides, this vegan chili will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: N/A
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sweet potatoes, chopped
- 2 cans (28 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 ½ cups frozen corn
- 3 ½ cups vegetable broth
- 1 ½ cups dried green lentils
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion, garlic, and sweet potatoes.
- Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker: onion, garlic, sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, corn, vegetable broth, lentils, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to mix.
- Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours (or on high for around 4 hours).
- Once cooked, stir well and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm topped with diced avocado and fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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