Best 6 Vegan Sweet Potato Chili Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing vegan sweet potato chili, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. This hearty and wholesome dish is a harmonious blend of roasted sweet potatoes, aromatic spices, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all simmered to perfection in a rich and flavorful tomato broth. As you savor each spoonful, experience the velvety texture of the sweet potatoes and the vibrant flavors of bell peppers, onions, and corn, all perfectly complemented by the warmth of chili spices and a hint of sweetness. This irresistible chili is not only a culinary delight but also a nutritional powerhouse, brimming with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Whether served as a standalone meal or paired with your favorite sides, our vegan sweet potato chili is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

In addition to the main chili recipe, our article offers a collection of delightful variations to suit diverse preferences and dietary needs. Explore the zesty flavors of our "Southwestern Sweet Potato Chili" with its blend of cumin, chili powder, and a touch of smoked paprika. For a spicy kick, try our "Spicy Sweet Potato Chili" featuring chipotle peppers and cayenne pepper, guaranteed to ignite your taste buds. If you prefer a milder option, our "Mild Sweet Potato Chili" is perfect for those with sensitive palates, using a combination of mild chili powder and paprika for a gentle warmth. And for those seeking a creamy and indulgent experience, our "Sweet Potato Chili with Coconut Milk" is an absolute must-try, offering a rich and velvety texture with a hint of tropical sweetness. With so many delicious variations, there's a perfect sweet potato chili for every palate.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

VEGAN SWEET POTATO CHILI



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Quick, easy cool-weather vegan chili.

Provided by AR Cook

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 tablespoons vegetable broth
½ cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ jalapeno pepper, minced
2 sweet potatoes, diced
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ teaspoons tomato paste
2 cups vegetable broth
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups drained and rinsed kidney beans

Steps:

  • Heat 5 tablespoons vegetable broth in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, garlic, and jalapeno pepper in the hot broth until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Add sweet potatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes to onion mixture. Pour remaining 2 cups vegetable broth over sweet potato mixture.
  • Bring vegetable broth mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until sweet potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Stir tomatoes and kidney beans into sweet potato mixture and simmer over low heat until flavors have blended, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 659.2 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

SLOW COOKER VEGAN SWEET POTATO CHILI



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This is a slow cooker or Instant Pot® recipe for a yummy chili without meat!

Provided by Nate Bartlett

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 13m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 2-inch pieces
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon Kosher salt
1 cup water
½ cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a 6-quart slow cooker. Add kidney beans, diced tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, paprika, and salt. Pour in water and orange juice. Cover.
  • Cook on High until sweet potatoes are fork tender, 3 to 4 hours, or on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.6 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 13.6 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 728.5 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

VEGAN SWEET POTATO CHILI



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Toasted ancho chiles add smoky, earthy flavor to this meatless chili that teams vitamin-rich sweet potatoes with protein-packed black beans.

Provided by Riley Wofford

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield Serves 4 to 6; Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 dried ancho chiles (1 ounce), stems removed, split lengthwise, and seeded
1 medium onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 tablespoon)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (2 medium), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (4 cups)
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
Sliced avocado, thinly sliced scallions, and crushed corn chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high. Add chiles, onion, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened and lightly browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Add tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne, if using; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in sweet potatoes and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
  • Transfer chiles, 1 cup sweet potatoes, and 1 cup cooking liquid to a blender and puree until thick and smooth. Return to saucepan along with beans. Cook over medium heat until beans are warmed through, 5 minutes more. Adjust seasoning as desired. Serve, with avocado, scallions, and corn chips.

VEGAN SWEET POTATO CHILI - SLOW COOKER VERSION



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Posting for ZWT 5 - I believe it originated from a WW book, but I found it online and tweaked the spices slightly. Easy Peasy!

Provided by magpie diner

Categories     Vegan

Time 5h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium onion, diced
1 medium zucchini, halved lengthways and then sliced into pieces about 1/4-inch thick
1 large sweet potato (chopped into bite sized pieces...use yam if you prefer)
1 (15 ounce) can white beans (aka Great Northern beans)
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce (a slightly smaller can or jar....ie 10oz is OK too)
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons chili powder (can add about 1/2 tsp more if you like it really hot)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 lb butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients into crockpot, stir gently.
  • Cook about 5 hours on high or 8-10 on low.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.1, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 923.7, Carbohydrate 63.3, Fiber 14.4, Sugar 21.2, Protein 13.8

SLOW COOKER VEGAN SWEET POTATO QUINOA CHILI



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An unbelievably easy, protein-rich, and hearty chili to warm up the coldest of winter nights. Just dump the ingredients in the Crock Pot and come home to dinner!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Categories     Main Course

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup uncooked quinoa (rinsed well in cool water)
3 cups cooked black beans (about 2 [15-ounce] cans, drained)
2 cups vegetable broth
2 14-ounce cans diced tomatoes
1 medium yellow onion (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and minced*)
2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Additional salt and pepper to taste
Cilantro
If not vegan
Chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients (except additional salt and pepper and toppings) to a 3-quart or larger slow cooker. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 5-6 hours. That's it! Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve with assorted toppings. Keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for about 3 days. It freezes well, too!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 kcal, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 769 mg, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 50 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving

VEGAN SWEET POTATO, COCONUT MILK, & ROASTED CHILI RAVIOLI RECIPE - (4.8/5)



Vegan Sweet Potato, Coconut Milk, & Roasted Chili Ravioli Recipe - (4.8/5) image

Provided by Niecer

Number Of Ingredients 9

Dough
2 cups of semolina flour
2 cups of all-purpose flour
a little over 1 cup of water
a dash of salt
Filling
3 small to medium sweet potatoes
around 6 oz. of coconut milk
2 chili peppers (I used red serranos)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450°. Rub the peppers with a little bit of olive oil, then place the potatoes and peppers together in the oven. Roast for about 15 minutes, or until the pepper skin begins to blister and blacken. Remove the peppers and place them in a paper bag (an air-tight container also works if you don't happen to have a paper bag). Close and let peppers rest for at least 10 minutes (they will steam in the bag, making the skins easier to remove). Peel the skin away from the pepper, then remove the seeds from the inside. Mince the pepper and set aside. While you're waiting for the potatoes to finish roasting, combine the flours and salt in a large bowl and make a well in the center. Pour water in the well and stir to combine. Turn out on a floured surface and knead until a smooth dough forms. Divide into two, then cover in plastic wrap or a damp tea towel and let rest. When the sweet potatoes are soft, remove them from the oven. Once they've cooled, remove them from their skins and mash in a large bowl. Add the minced pepper and the coconut milk, and stir until well combined. Roll one round of pasta dough into a rectangular shape on a well-floured surface, until thin but not in danger of tearing (about 1/16 of an inch thick). Place evenly-spaced spoonfuls of filling along the surface of the dough. Roll the second half of the dough out, replicating the size and shape of the first. Brush a little bit of water in between the spoonfuls of filling, then place the second rectangle on top and press to seal. Cut out ravioli with a sharp knife or a pasta wheel. To make extra-sure they are sealed, press all around the edges with a fork. Freeze any ravioli that you won't eat immediately. Bring a pot of water to a boil, then add the ravioli. Cook until they begin to float (this should only take a few minutes). If you like your ravioli a little crispy (I know I do!), heat a little olive oil in a pan, then add the cooked ravioli and pan-fry over medium heat for a few minutes on each side, or until lightly browned. Top with a little bit of fresh rosemary and sage if you happen to have it, then serve!

Tips for Making the Best Vegan Sweet Potato Chili

  • Use a variety of sweet potatoes. Using a mix of orange, purple, and white sweet potatoes will add color and flavor to your chili.
  • Roast the sweet potatoes before adding them to the chili. This will caramelize the sugars in the potatoes and give them a slightly smoky flavor.
  • Use a good quality vegetable broth. The broth is the base of your chili, so make sure it's flavorful. You can use a store-bought broth or make your own.
  • Add plenty of spices. Chili is all about the spices! Don't be afraid to add a generous amount of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano.
  • Let the chili simmer for a while. The longer the chili simmers, the more the flavors will meld together. Aim for at least 30 minutes, but you can simmer it for even longer if you have time.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for sweet potato chili include avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, cilantro, and cornbread.

Conclusion

This vegan sweet potato chili is a delicious and hearty meal that's perfect for a cold day. It's packed with healthy ingredients like sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, and tomatoes. And it's easy to make, too! Just follow the tips above and you'll have a delicious pot of chili in no time.

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