Healthy Lentil Butternut Squash Chili

Here is an usual Chili recipe for all of you that like to try and eat healthy when then can. Don't let the Lentils and Butternut Squash fool you. This is a delicious tasting Lentil Chili.

My wife is always asking me to cook healthier meals. It’s not that I mind so much, it’s that it’s difficult at times to make a healthy and savory dish. Well, this Healthy Lentil Butternut Squash Chili is both delicious and good for you!

The first step to making a good healthy chili was to find a replacement for the meat. Here’s where the Lentils come into play. Lentils can be beneficial for heart health as they contain fiber, folic acid, and potassium.

Lentils also contain essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber for your diet. Pair the lentils up with some butternut squash – which is full of Vitamin E and Potassium – and you get a super savory and healthy meal!

Have you ever had Butternut Squash Quesadillas? If not you don't know what you are missing!

For more great recipes with Lentils, I suggest you check these recipes out:

📋 What Ingredients do I need

You will need the following ingredients to make this Lentil Butternut Squash Chili recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Canola Oil, Garlic, Chili Powder, Vegetable Broth, Lentils, Sriracha, Butternut Squash, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Cilantro, Chopped and Pumpkin Seeds.

🥣 How to Make Lentil Butternut Squash Chili

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and stir for approximately 1 minute. Add the chili powder and stir for another 30 seconds.
Pour in the vegetable broth, lentils, and sriracha to the saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Cover and reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15 minutes.
Stir in butternut squash and tomatoes and let simmer covered for another 20 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Serve in bowls garnished with cilantro and pumpkin seeds.