Dish guides · American

Is sweet potato and black bean chili healthy?

Sweet potato and black bean chili costs about $3.59 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL, steadier blood sugar, weight loss and more protein.

By health goal

Lower LDL
Good fit
For lower LDL, sweet potato, black beans and kidney beans in sweet potato and black bean chili help, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Steadier blood sugar
Good fit
For steadier blood sugar, black beans, kidney beans and bell pepper in sweet potato and black bean chili help, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Lower blood pressure
Watch the salt
Go easy on canned tomatoes: they're salty. Most of the salt in dishes like this comes from the sauce, so go light on soy sauce or use a low-sodium one.
Weight loss
Good fit
For weight loss, black beans, kidney beans and bell pepper in sweet potato and black bean chili help, and nothing in it works against that goal.
More protein
Good fit
For more protein, black beans and kidney beans in sweet potato and black bean chili help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Allergies and diets

Contains: none of the major allergens in its main ingredients
Vegetarian
Yes
Yes, going by its ingredients.
Vegan
Yes
Yes, going by its ingredients.
Gluten-free
Yes
Yes, going by its ingredients. Check sauce labels.
Dairy-free
Yes
Yes, going by its ingredients.
Going by ingredient names. Packaged sauces can hide allergens, so check the labels.

For LDL cholesterol, with sources

3 of 5
LDL habits in this dish
✓
Soluble fiber (oats, barley, beans, eggplant, okra, fruit)
Fish, ideally oily (salmon, mackerel, sardines)
✓
Soy or beans in place of some meat
Nuts, seeds, olive oil or avocado
✓
Little fatty meat, cream, butter or cheese
Helps your LDL
sweet potato
Fruit and vegetable fiber.
Mayo Clinic
black beans
Beans: soluble fiber and plant protein.
Mayo Clinic
kidney beans
Beans: soluble fiber and plant protein.
Mayo Clinic

What goes in (per portion)

sweet potato
½
black beans
½ can
kidney beans
¼ can
canned tomatoes
½ can
yellow onion
¼
bell pepper
½
garlic
0 head
chipotle can
¼ tbsp
cumin
1 tsp
We usually serve it with avocado.

Questions

Is sweet potato and black bean chili healthy?

Sweet potato and black bean chili costs about $3.59 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL, steadier blood sugar, weight loss and more protein.

Is sweet potato and black bean chili good for high cholesterol?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For lower LDL, sweet potato, black beans and kidney beans in sweet potato and black bean chili help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is sweet potato and black bean chili OK for blood sugar or diabetes?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For steadier blood sugar, black beans, kidney beans and bell pepper in sweet potato and black bean chili help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is sweet potato and black bean chili OK for high blood pressure?

Go easy on canned tomatoes: they're salty. Most of the salt in dishes like this comes from the sauce, so go light on soy sauce or use a low-sodium one.

Is sweet potato and black bean chili good for weight loss?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For weight loss, black beans, kidney beans and bell pepper in sweet potato and black bean chili help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is sweet potato and black bean chili high in protein?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For more protein, black beans and kidney beans in sweet potato and black bean chili help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

How much does sweet potato and black bean chili cost to make at home?

About $3.59 a serving, or $14.37 for four servings, at typical US grocery prices: the part of each ingredient the dish uses, plus $0.25 a serving for oil, salt and spices.

How can I make sweet potato and black bean chili healthier?

It's already in good shape. Serve it with a vegetable side, like spinach or broccoli, and brown rice if you want more fiber.

Is sweet potato and black bean chili gluten-free?

Yes, going by its ingredients. Check sauce labels.

Is sweet potato and black bean chili vegetarian?

Yes, going by its ingredients.

Is sweet potato and black bean chili dairy-free?

Yes, going by its ingredients.

What allergens are in sweet potato and black bean chili?

None of the major allergens are in its main ingredients. Always check the labels on sauces and packaged foods.

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General nutrition information, not medical advice, based on each dish's main ingredients as we cook it; sauces and salt vary by recipe. Prices are typical US grocery prices and vary by store.
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