Description
Warm up this season with a comforting bowl of pumpkin chili, bursting with rich flavors and hearty ingredients. This easy-to-make dish combines fresh pumpkin, black beans, and a blend of spices to create a satisfying meal perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Whether served over rice or enjoyed on its own, this pumpkin chili is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh or canned pumpkin (puree)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: sour cream or Greek yogurt for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic, chili powder, and cumin; sauté for about 1 minute.
- Stir in the pumpkin and fire-roasted tomatoes; cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add rinsed black beans. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat.
- Simmer on low for 20-30 minutes until the pumpkin is tender and flavors meld together.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot, garnished with sour cream or yogurt if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg