This hearty vegetarian chili recipe will be a hit with the little ones! Our Pumpkin and Black Bean Chili is an easy, healthy toddler meal that is packed with flavor, and is sure to become a regular at dinnertime. Filled with fiber-rich beans, nutritious pumpkin, and a hint of spice – this dish is sure to tantalise everyone’s taste buds. Enjoy it with a side of steamed veggies or tortilla chips for a complete meal the whole family can enjoy. Join us at Toddler Recipes Australia for more delicious, nutritious meal ideas for your little ones.

General Information:

• Macronutrients: 95 calories20g carbs5.8g fat4.6g protein
• Calories: 321
• Serving size: 4
• Cooking time: 20 minutes

Pumpkin & Black Bean Chili

Ingredients

• 400g canned pumpkin puree
• 400g canned black beansdrained and rinsed
• 1 red onionfinely chopped
• 2 cloves garliccrushed
• 750g diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 liter vegetable stock

Preparation

1. Start by preparing the vegetables. Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic.

2. Add the canned pumpkin pureeblack beanschopped onion and garlicdiced tomatoesoreganocumin and pepper to a large pot and stir together.

3. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil.

4. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cookcoveredfor 15 minutesstirring occasionally.

5. Uncover the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutesstirring occasionally.

Serving

Serving tip: Joke alert! Serve this chili with some cornbread for dipping. You’ll have a happy tummy for sure!

Serve the chili with your favourite toppings such as cheesesour cream or fresh herbs. Enjoy!