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A bowl of hearty Low-Calorie Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili topped with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Low-Calorie Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili


  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A hearty, plant-based chili with sweet potatoes and black beans, perfect for a healthy dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium-large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 4 teaspoons ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground chipotle chile
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2½ cups water
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed
  • 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 4 teaspoons lime juice
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add sweet potato and onion and cook, stirring often, for 4 minutes.
  3. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, chipotle, and salt. Cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add water and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes.
  5. Add beans, tomatoes, and lime juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro.

Notes

  • Serve with a squeeze of lime for extra flavor.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: low-calorie chili, sweet potato black bean chili, healthy dinner, easy crockpot recipes, plant-based meals