Hearty Pumpkin Chili
Hearty Pumpkin Chili is a warm, comforting dish that perfectly balances sweet pumpkin with robust spices. This delightful chili, brimming with tender pumpkin chunks, vibrant black beans, and aromatic tomatoes, creates a cozy meal ideal for chilly evenings. With its rich flavors and colorful presentation, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin, cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the fresh pumpkin into small cubes.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté onions until soft (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes.
- Fold in pumpkin cubes and black beans; add vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes until the pumpkin is tender yet firm.
- Serve hot topped with sour cream and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Substitute black beans with kidney beans or add corn for sweetness. - Adjust the spice level by adding jalapeños or cayenne pepper for added heat.