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Slow Cooker Lentil Sweet Potato Chili

Comforting Slow Cooker Lentil Sweet Potato Chili Delight

Savor the warmth of Slow Cooker Lentil Sweet Potato Chili, a vegan and gluten-free meal that's hearty, nutritious, and perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Chili Base
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Peeled and cubed
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Canned
  • 1 can Red Kidney Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn
  • 3.5 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Dried Green Lentils Rinsed
Spices and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 medium Diced Avocado
  • to taste Fresh Parsley/Cilantro

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Dice onion and mince garlic. Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Rinse lentils under cold water.
  2. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Add onion, garlic, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, beans, corn, broth, and spices to slow cooker.
  3. Set to Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4.5 hours.
  4. Final Seasoning Adjustments: Stir and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Portion into bowls and garnish with avocado and herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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