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Smoky Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili with Herby Yogurt

Smoky Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili with Herby Yogurt
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A cozy chili featuring smoky sweet potatoes and hearty black beans, topped with herby yogurt for a fresh finish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced small (about 1/2-inch)
  • 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14–15 oz) crushed or diced tomatoes
  • 2–3 cups vegetable broth (as needed for thickness)
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1–2 tablespoons chili powder (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4–1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder or 1 minced chipotle in adobo (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free unsweetened yogurt)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley (or chives)
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest and 1–2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, grated (optional)
  • Pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil (optional)
  • Optional toppings: Extra cilantro, sliced green onions, avocado, crushed tortilla chips, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Mix the herby yogurt: In a bowl, combine yogurt, cilantro, parsley, lime zest and juice, garlic, and salt. Chill.
  2. Sauté the base: Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook until soft. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Bloom the flavors: Stir in tomato paste, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and chipotle (if using). Cook until the paste darkens and smells toasty.
  4. Build the chili: Add sweet potatoes, black beans, tomatoes, and broth. Stir and scrape the bottom of the pot.
  5. Simmer: Bring to a gentle boil, then lower to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring once, until sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Adjust: Add more broth if too thick or mash some beans for a thicker chili. Stir in lime juice. Taste and add salt and pepper.
  7. Serve: Ladle into bowls. Top with herby yogurt and any extra toppings.

Notes

For a thicker chili, mash some beans or simmer uncovered. This recipe is flexible; you can adjust the heat level and toppings as desired.

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