Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Pumpkin Chili, a perfect dish for cozy evenings. This vibrant, hearty chili combines the sweetness of pumpkin with a medley of spices and proteins, creating a warming meal that delights the senses. Easy to prepare and customizable, this recipe is sure to gather friends and family around the dinner table, sparking joy with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop onion and bell pepper and mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent; add garlic until golden.
- Add ground beef or turkey and brown it while breaking it apart.
- Stir in bell peppers, chili powder, and cumin. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add black beans and pumpkin puree; mix well and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth, stir well, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat for 15-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg