Sweet Potato and Lentil Chili by Damn Delicious

Sweet Potato and Lentil Chili (vegan)

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Yield 6

6

A winning chili for both vegetarians and omnivores that is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or family meal!

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 bell peppers, diced
• 3 sweet potatoes, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilis
• 2 cups steamed lentils
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

• Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium high heat. Add onion and bell peppers, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-5 minutes. Add sweet potatoes and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, lentils, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper, to taste.
• Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.
• Serve immediately.

Notes

Adapted from NatureBox

http://damndelicious.net/2013/03/11/sweet-potato-and-lentil-chili-vegan/