Description
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Vegetarian Chili – Crock Pot is a warm and comforting dish that embodies the essence of hearty, home-cooked meals. This chili combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the earthy richness of black beans, creating a deliciously satisfying vegetarian option. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make recipe requires minimal prep time and lets your slow cooker do all the work. Packed with nutrients and bold flavors, it’s a delightful addition to any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes (preferably fire-roasted)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable broth (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and dicing the sweet potatoes, chopping the onions and bell peppers, and mincing the garlic.
- Rinse the black beans thoroughly to remove excess sodium.
- (Optional) Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent, then add garlic and bell peppers before stirring in spices.
- Combine all ingredients in a crockpot; add sweet potatoes, black beans, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sautéed vegetables if used.
- Set your crockpot to Low for 6–8 hours or High for 3–4 hours.
- Adjust consistency with vegetable broth if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider using vegetable broth instead of water. Feel free to customize with additional veggies or spices based on personal preference.