Easy Weeknight Pumpkin Black Bean Chili

October 24, 2016

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Finally a vegetarian chili that isn’t boring! This Pumpkin Black Bean Chili packs healthy ingredients and great flavor for an easy meal any day of the week.

Spice Blend
2 tsp whole cumin, toasted and ground (1 tsp if using pre-ground)
2 tsp whole coriander, toasted and ground (1 tsp if using pre-ground)
1 tsp ancho chili powder (or any chili powder you prefer)
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (make it here)
1 tsp kosher salt
*you\'ll also add oregano to the chili later on in the process (listed below)
Chili
3 cups pumpkin (or any winter squash), peeled, seeded, cut into ½-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup roasted and diced green chili peppers (hatch, poblano, etc. or use canned)
3 extra large garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1, 14.5-ounce can fire-roasted tomatoes
1, 14.5 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tsp dried oregano (preferably Mexican*)
2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
½ cup quick-cooking bulgur wheat
Toppings: avocado, sharp cheddar cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, diced jalapeños, toasted pumpkin seeds

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Nutritions

Calories
257

Sodium
5502mg
229% DV

Fat
7g
11% DV

Protein
11g
22% DV

Carbs
40g
13% DV

Fiber
5g
20% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 1g 5%

Polysaturated Fat 0.91g 5%

Monosaturated Fat 5g 32%

Cholesterol 3mg 1%

Sodium 5502mg 229%

Potassium 741mg 21%

Protein 11g 22%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 5g 20%

Sugar 6g 13%

Vitamin A 6851IU 137%

Vitamin B6 0.53mg 26%

Vitamin C 50mg 84%

Calcium 74mg 7%

Iron 5mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.