Black Bean and Butternut Squash Chili

Squash is an excellent addition to vegetarian chili in this Southwestern-style dish.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 medium butternut squash, chopped into chunks
  • 1 5-ounce cans black beans, drained
  • 1 28-ounce can stewed or diced tomatoes, undrained
  • ¾ cup water or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  1. In a large stock pot, sauté onion and garlic in oil until soft, about 4 minutes.

  2. Reduce heat and add remaining ingredients, except cilantro.

  3. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes. Uncover and simmer another 5 minutes.

  4. Top with fresh cilantro just before serving.

PER SERVING

Calories: 455 | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 1,247mg | Fiber: 25g | Protein: 23g

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