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The Flexitarian » Recipe » Sweet Potato, Black Bean and Chickpea Chili [vegan]

Sweet Potato, Black Bean and Chickpea Chili [vegan]

January 20, 2014 · The Flexitarian 2 Comments

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Sweet Potato, Black Bean and Chickpea Chili [vegan] by The Flexitarian
Sweet Potato, Black Bean and Chickpea Chili [vegan] by The Flexitarian

I love chilli and here I combined the flavours of this sweet potato, black bean and chickpeas chilli with cocoa powder. This dish makes a hearty dinner that vegans, vegetarians and non-vegetarians can enjoy together.

Serve it with rice, tortilla chips and (vegan) cheese.

sweet potato black bean chickpea chili vegan

Sweet Potato, Black Bean and Chickpea Chili [vegan]

Burstying with flavours this sweet potato, black bean and chickpeas chilliis enhanced withh cocoa powder.
5 from 1 vote
DieTARY CHOICEDairy-Free Recipes, Egg-Free Recipes, High Fibre Recipes, Iron Rich Recipes, Low Fat Recipes, Nut-Free Recipes, Soya-Free Recipes, Vegan Recipes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Beans & Pulses, Family Meals, One-pot Meals
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 people
Calories 381 kcal

Equipment

large saucepan

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Ingredients
 
 

  • 600 g sweet potato – peeled and cut in 1.5cm dice
  • 1 large red pepper – cut in 2cm dice
  • 800 g can chopped tomatoes
  • 800 g can black beans
  • 400 g can chickpeas
  • 250 ml water
  • 1 large onion – finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves – crushed
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp chili powder – according to taste
  • 1 Tbsp cider vinegar
  • 2 limes
  • 2 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp caster sugar
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • salt & pepper
  • 1 bunch fresh coriander to serve
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Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Fry together the onion, garlic, ground coriander, ground cumin, chili powder and cinnamon until onion is soft.
  • Add the diced sweet potato, red pepper, canned tomatoes and water.
  • Bring to boil. Then cooked covered under medium heat for 10 mins.
  • Add the black beans, chickpeas, and cider vinegar. Cook uncovered under medium heat for 20mins until the vegetables are cooked and liquid has thickened.
  • Add the cocoa powder, sugar, lime juice and season to taste.
  • Add chopped fresh coriander just before serving.

Nutritional Information

Nutrition Facts
Sweet Potato, Black Bean and Chickpea Chili [vegan]
Serving Size
 
250 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
381
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Sodium
 
948
mg
41
%
Potassium
 
1212
mg
35
%
Carbohydrates
 
64
g
21
%
Fiber
 
18
g
75
%
Sugar
 
10
g
11
%
Protein
 
15
g
30
%
Vitamin A
 
14996
IU
300
%
Vitamin C
 
52
mg
63
%
Calcium
 
167
mg
17
%
Iron
 
6
mg
33
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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