Lentil Sweet Potato Chili
Warm up with this delightful Lentil Sweet Potato Chili, a hearty and nutritious dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This comforting vegan chili combines tender lentils and sweet potatoes for a satisfying texture, while the blend of spices creates a flavorful experience that everyone will love. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, this recipe is ideal for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy delicious leftovers throughout the week. Serve it with fresh avocado or herbs to elevate your dining experience and make it even more inviting!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 sweet potatoes (chopped)
- 2 x 796ml/28oz cans of diced tomatoes
- 1 x 398ml/14oz can of 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
- Diced avocado (optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in a pan until fragrant and translucent.
- In a slow cooker, combine sautéed onions and garlic with sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, corn, vegetable broth, lentils, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until lentils are tender.
- Stir before serving; garnish with diced avocado or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 16g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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