Quinoa Black Bean Chili
Ali Segersten (author) Feb 12, 2026
Main Dishes Lunch Mexican South American Southwestern Freezable Recipe Legumes Lunchbox Recipe Meal Prep Recipe Soups and Stews Whole Grain Dish
This high-fiber vegan quinoa black bean chili is a nutrient-dense meal that’s perfect for weekend batch cooking. It makes a large pot—freeze portions for later and store the rest in individual containers for easy meals throughout the week. Quinoa adds plant-based protein, black beans provide fiber to support digestive and metabolic balance, and sweet potatoes contribute antioxidants and complex carbohydrates for steady energy. Serve with sliced avocado, a squeeze of lime, thinly sliced chili peppers, and plenty of fresh cilantro for a simple, satisfying bowl.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons
extra virgin olive oil
1 large
onions
chopped
1 tablespoons
smoked paprika
1 tablespoons
chili powder
1 tablespoons
ground cumin
1 teaspoons
garlic powder
½ teaspoons
chipotle chili powder
1½ pounds
sweet potatoes
peeled and diced small
2 small
yellow bell peppers
diced small
1 cups
uncooked
quinoa
rinsed
4 cups
cooked
black beans
drained
6 cups
water
2 cups
tomato sauce
2 teaspoons
sea salt
1 large bunches
cilantro
chopped