Sweet Potato and Lentil Veggie Chili

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  • Number of Servings: 16
Ingredients
4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed1 bag sliced carrots (16 oz)1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced8 cups vegetable broth2 bags lentils (French, green)2 cans diced tomatoes4 tbsp chili powder2 tbsp paprike2 tbsp cinnamon
Directions
Using a heavy bottom pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil. Add carrots and sweet potatoes and saute for 15 minutes. Add the jalapeno pepper. Add tomoatoes, broth and spices. Bring chili to a simmer and turn the heat down to low and cover. If using green lentils, add them now and simmer for 45 minutes. If using red lentils, cook for 25 minutes, then add red lentils and cook for 20 minutes more or until lentils are fully cooked and chili has thickened.
If it becomes to thick, add an extra cup of water.

Serving Size: makes 16 one cup servings

Number of Servings: 16

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user TRISHP1961.

Servings Per Recipe: 16
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 125.3
  • Total Fat: 0.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 312.2 mg
  • Total Carbs: 26.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 7.9 g
  • Protein: 5.3 g

Member Reviews
  • KAELANNA
    This is a staple in our house. - 11/20/11