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Sweet Potato & Black Bean Vegetarian Chili – Crock Pot

Cozy Sweet Potato & Black Bean Vegetarian Chili – Crock Pot

A hearty and nutritious Sweet Potato & Black Bean Vegetarian Chili made easy in a Crock Pot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers chopped, any color
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder toasted briefly for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth/Water adjust for desired consistency
Optional Toppings
  • Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • Avocado Slices
  • Sour Cream or yogurt for a healthier option
  • Shredded Cheese your choice of type

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Vegetables: Peel and dice sweet potatoes, chop the onion and bell peppers, and mince the garlic.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet with olive oil, cook onions for 5 minutes, then add garlic and bell peppers for 3 more minutes. Stir in spices and toast for 1 minute.
  3. Combine & Cook: Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crockpot, add remaining ingredients, and stir well to combine.
  4. Set Crockpot: Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours.
  5. Adjust Seasoning: After cooking, taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra spices as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best flavor, sautéing vegetables before adding them to the crockpot is recommended. Adjust seasoning before serving for optimal taste.

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