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Slow Cooker Lentil Sweet Potato Chili

Slow Cooker Lentil Sweet Potato Chili

This Slow Cooker Lentil Sweet Potato Chili is a delightful one-pot meal that is nutritious and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner Plates
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup dried lentils
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper chopped
For the Liquid
  • 28 oz diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
For the Spice Blend
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

How to Make Slow Cooker Lentil Sweet Potato Chili
  1. Rinse the lentils thoroughly and then set them aside.
  2. Combine the sweet potatoes, onion, garlic, bell pepper, and lentils in your slow cooker.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes along with the vegetable broth.
  4. Add the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pot.
  5. Stir gently to combine all ingredients uniformly.
  6. Cover and cook the chili on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Check the seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with fresh cilantro or avocado for an extra burst of flavor!

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