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Black Bean and Pumpkin Chili with Toasted Pepitas

Servings 6 people
Calories 378kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder or to taste
  • 1 small chipotle chile en adobo (from a can) seeds removed, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 15-ounce cans low-sodium black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 avocado cubed
  • 6 tablespoons low-fat sour cream or plain Greek yogurt

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat and sauté onion until lightly browned, 6–10 minutes. Add garlic and cumin; cook for 30 seconds, stirring. Stir in tomatoes with juices, broth, andpumpkin; mix until smooth. Add chili powder, chipotle, oregano, and beans. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, partly covered, for 15–18 minutes, until beans are soft and chili is thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  • While chili cooks, heat a small skillet over medium-low and toast pumpkin seeds until they begin to brown and pop, 3–5 minutes, shaking pan frequently.
  • Serve chili hot, topped with pumpkin seeds, cilantro, avocado and sour cream or yogurt.

Notes

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PER SERVING: 378 cal, 13g fat (6g mono, 4g poly, 3g sat), 4mg chol, 18g protein, 50g carb, 18g fiber, 87mg sodium
 

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 87mg | Fiber: 18g