Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-10 · Updated 2026-07-10

A warming vegetarian chili featuring sweet potatoes and black beans simmered with smoky spices for a rich, hearty bowl. This American-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs olive oil, yellow onion, diced, red bell pepper, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, canned
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 1 diced medium red bell pepper; sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, 2 cups drained and rinsed black beans, 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, and 3 cups vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and chili has thickened.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp fresh lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream or shredded cheese.