Butternut Squash & Four Bean Chili

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Butternut Squash & Four Bean Chili

Plant-based bean chili full of hearty veggies.
Course Vegetarian
Keyword Plant-Based
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 tbs. extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cups onion chopped
  • 1.5 cups carrots chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 3 cups butternut squash diced
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 15 oz cans beans (black, pinto, cannellini, and red beans)
  • 3 tbs. chili powder
  • 1 tbs. cumin
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Heat oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until it starts to brown (~5 min). Reduce heat to medium. Add carrot and continue cooking, stirring often, until the vegetables are soft (~4-5 more min).
  • Add garlic and continue to cook for an additional minute.
  • Next, stir in broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Add squash, tomatoes, beans, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, and salt. Cover and return to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook, uncovered, until the squash is tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Optional: garnish with diced onion, cotija cheese, or roasted pumpkin seeds.

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