A Simple Guide to Vegan Sweet Potato Chili (Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, & Instant Pot Friendly)
This effortless plant-based sweet potato chili is packed with whole-food ingredients. It’s wonderfully suited for those focusing on weight management, offering 420 calories and a solid 18 grams of plant-powered protein per serving.
Are you on the hunt for an affordable, cozy meal that supports your health and wellness goals?
Nourishing your body with proper nutrients while savoring a tasty dinner truly doesn’t need to be difficult. This wholesome vegan chili is fantastic if you’re keeping an eye on your weight, but if that’s not your focus, feel free to simply dish out a larger portion! It’s incredibly gentle on the wallet and a breeze to whip up. Whether you prefer using a slow cooker, an electric pressure cooker, or just a classic large stovetop pot, this dish adapts beautifully.
Breaking Down the Cost of This Plant-Based Sweet Potato Chili
- 3 bell peppers: $1.99
- 3 small sweet potatoes (or 2 medium, yielding about 3 cups): $0.96
- 1 large can (28 ounces) of diced or crushed tomatoes: $0.95
- 1/2 of a diced onion: $0.12
- 2 cans of kidney beans, thoroughly rinsed: $1.10
- Seasonings and garlic: $0.30
That brings this comforting meal to roughly $1.35 per bowl! Keep in mind that grocery prices fluctuate based on your local store and the time of year. I picked up all my supplies at Aldi during the month of August. Also, I calculated these prices strictly based on the exact amounts used for the recipe, rather than the entire bulk packages. You can easily use your leftover ingredients for future meals! (Be sure to peek at my other high-protein vegan chili boasting 34g of protein, too!)
Nutritional Profile of Our Sweet Potato Chili
Every serving of this hearty plant-based chili delivers 420 calories, 18 grams of protein, and 18 grams of dietary fiber, all while keeping the fat content quite low. Personally, I love using Cronometer to keep an eye on the nutritional breakdown of my daily meal plans. As you might notice when tracking, this dish is wonderfully rich in B-vitamins to give you a natural energy boost, alongside essential minerals like magnesium and iron. If your goal is building muscle, you can absolutely dig into a double portion to score 36 grams of vegan protein for 840 calories.
Preparing Your Effortless Vegan Sweet Potato Chili
You won’t need more than 30 minutes from start to finish for this dinner. Feel free to grab a standard stovetop pot or your trusty pressure cooker. While you could certainly reach for a store-bought chili seasoning packet, I highly recommend using the simple spice blend listed below. Love a little extra heat? Go ahead and toss in some extra chili powder! This fantastic one-pot wonder also freezes beautifully, making it an absolute dream for your weekly meal prep routine.
👩🍳 Sarah’s Kitchen: Easy Vegan Sweet Potato Chili
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Sarah’s Budget Tips
- Buy beans in dry bulk: While canned beans are convenient, cooking dry kidney beans from scratch can cut your bean costs in half!
- Freeze your veggie scraps: Save the tops of your bell peppers and onion skins in a freezer bag to make a free, flavorful vegetable broth later.
- Seasonal swaps: If sweet potatoes are out of season and pricey, butternut squash or regular russet potatoes make an excellent, budget-friendly substitute.
