easy thick and rich vegetarian 3-bean chili

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Stacia Osborn
Long Beach, CA

This has been my 'go to' chili recipe for over 20 years. It is quick to make, and believe it or not, low fat. At least until I top it with cheese and sour cream!

(1 rating)
yield 6 (1.5 cups per serving)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min

Ingredients For easy thick and rich vegetarian 3-bean chili

  • 2 tsp
    vegetable oil
  • 1 c
    chopped onion
  • 1 c
    chopped green bell pepper (optional)
  • 4 clove
    garlic, large/crushed
  • 1 can
    28 ounce crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can
    pinto beans, rinsed and drained (or 2 cups cooked)
  • 1 can
    blacka beans, rinsed and drained (or 2 cups cooked)
  • 1 can
    cannelli (white kidney beans), rinsed and drained (or 2 cups cooked)
  • 1 pkg
    10 ounce frozen corn (or 12 ounce canned)
  • 2 Tbsp
    chili powder (more if desired - i use 4)
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    dried oregeno
  • 1 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 2 tsp
    red wine vinegar

How To Make easy thick and rich vegetarian 3-bean chili

  • 1
    Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, green pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender. Add small amounts of water, a few tablespoons at a time as necessary to prevent sticking.
  • 2
    Add remaining ingredients, mixing well. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, simmer 20 minutes.
  • 3
    Quick tip: Keep frozen, chopped onion in your freezer! Makes meal prep so much easier/faster!

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