Butternut Squash Chili

Warm up with a bowl of hearty butternut squash chili, a comforting vegetarian dish packed with bold flavors and nourishing ingredients. Tender butternut squash, protein-rich beans and a blend of spices come together to create a rich, flavorful chili that’s perfect for cozy nights or meal prep. This wholesome, meat-free twist on a classic will satisfy even the heartiest of appetites, making it an ideal dish for vegetarians and chili lovers alike.

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Butternut Squash Chili

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Servings 6

Calories 130 kcal

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion diced
• 1 jalapeño minced
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 1-1/2 tsp. kosher salt
• 1 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
• 2 tsp. ground cumin
• 3/4 tsp. ground coriander
• 1 small butternut squash peeled and diced into 1/2-in cubes
• 1 jar 13 oz. kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 jar 13 oz. black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 jar 18 oz. crushed tomatoes
• 1-1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 bunch kale sliced
• Sour cream optional
• Green onions optional
• Cilantro optional
• Tortilla chips optional

Instructions

1. Heat oil in large pot oven over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent for about 8 minutes. Add jalapeño, garlic, salt, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin and coriander and cook for additional 2 minutes.
2. Add butternut squash cubes, beans, tomatoes and broth and bring to boil.
3. Reduce heat and add kale. Cover pot and cook for 35-40 minutes, or until squash is tender.
4. Serve with dollop of sour cream, green onions, cilantro and tortilla chips.
5. Refrigerate leftover chili in airtight container for up to 5 days.

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts

Butternut Squash Chili

Amount Per Serving

Calories 130 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 4g

Cholesterol 0.4mg0%

Sodium 213mg9%

Potassium 580mg17%

Carbohydrates 20g7%

Fiber 4g16%

Sugar 4g4%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 14453IU289%

Vitamin C 33mg40%

Calcium 104mg10%

Iron 3mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.