Three-Bean Chili with Veggies

Serves 6

218 calories

1g fat

42g carbohydrates

13g protein

208mg sodium

13g fiber

Ingredients

1 clove fresh garlic, minced

½ teaspoon all-purpose seasoning

¼ cup carrots, diced

½ cup frozen corn

½ cup bell peppers, diced

½ cup zucchini, diced

1 teaspoon chili powder

½ teaspoon oregano

2 cups water

½ teaspoon cumin

1 cup tomatoes, diced

1 ½ cups pinto beans, cooked

1 ½ cups small red kidney beans, cooked

1 ½ cups black beans, cooked

½ cup tomato paste

1 teaspoon rice vinegar

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Three-Bean Chili is the perfect chili recipe for those who want a hearty meal without beef or turkey. It offers a tremendous amount of protein and fiber but is low in fat and calories.

  • Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan.

  • Cook on medium-high heat for 15 minutes.

  • Simmer for another 20 minutes, then serve.

The Life of Spices

Make it a point to clean out your spice cabinet regularly. Dusty dried herbs and crusty, moisture-logged spices may not make you ill, but they won't do anything good for your cooking. Make it a point to toss any ground spices and herb blends that are more than three years old.

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