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Healthy Pumpkin Chili is a delightful twist on traditional chili, with the rich and earthy flavors of pumpkin combined with lean ground turkey, beans, and a blend of warming spices. This wholesome and satisfying dish is perfect for a cozy fall dinner. Simply sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic, then brown the ground turkey and add pumpkin puree, beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and a touch of cinnamon for a unique depth of flavor. Simmer until the chili thickens and serve hot with your choice of toppings like shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, green onions, or cilantro. It's a healthy and hearty meal for the season!

Healthy Pumpkin Chili

Hi Everyone, here's a recipe for Healthy Pumpkin Chili that's perfect for the fall season. This chili is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal.

Ingredients (the full, printable recipe is at the bottom of the post):

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground turkey (or lean ground beef, if preferred)
• 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, sliced green onions, or fresh cilantro

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until they start to soften.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
4. Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through.
5. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, and ground cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
6. Add the pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
7. Season the chili with salt and pepper to taste. You can start with ½ teaspoon of salt and adjust as needed.
8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken.
9. Taste the chili and adjust the seasonings as necessary.
10. Serve the Healthy Pumpkin Chili hot, garnished with your choice of optional toppings, such as shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, sliced green onions, or fresh cilantro.

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious pumpkin chili! It's a comforting and healthy meal that's perfect for chilly autumn days.

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Healthy Pumpkin Chili

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Healthy Pumpkin Chili is a delightful twist on traditional chili, with the rich and earthy flavors of pumpkin combined with lean ground turkey, beans, and a blend of warming spices. This wholesome and satisfying dish is perfect for a cozy fall dinner. Simply sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic, then brown the ground turkey and add pumpkin puree, beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and a touch of cinnamon for a unique depth of flavor. Simmer until the chili thickens and serve hot with your choice of toppings like shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, green onions, or cilantro. It’s a healthy and hearty meal for the season!

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground turkey (or lean ground beef, if preferred)
• 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, sliced green onions, or fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until they start to soften.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
4. Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it’s browned and cooked through.
5. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, and ground cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
6. Add the pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
7. Season the chili with salt and pepper to taste. You can start with ½ teaspoon of salt and adjust as needed.
8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken.
9. Taste the chili and adjust the seasonings as necessary.
10. Serve the Healthy Pumpkin Chili hot, garnished with your choice of optional toppings, such as shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, sliced green onions, or fresh cilantro.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 550Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 129mgSodium: 955mgCarbohydrates: 40gFiber: 9gSugar: 16gProtein: 43g

Please note that the Calculated Nutrition is an estimate at best. If you make this recipe and love it, remember to stop back and give it a 5-star rating – it helps others find the recipe!

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• First published: 10/17/2023

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