Description
Pumpkin Mushroom Chili is a cozy, heartwarming dish that beautifully marries the creamy sweetness of pumpkin with the earthy richness of mushrooms. Perfect for chilly evenings, this nutritious chili is an excellent choice for family gatherings or meal prep. With its vibrant colors and aromatic spices, each bowl offers a comforting experience that will warm you from the inside out and quickly become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin puree
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook until softened (about 6 minutes).
- Add cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix for about one minute to combine.
- Pour in pumpkin puree and vegetable broth; stir well and bring to a gentle simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
- Incorporate black beans into the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or avocado if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg