This Three Bean Chili is rich in flavour from lots of chili powder, cumin and coriander and has a hit of smoky spice from chipotle peppers. It’ll warm ya right up on a cold day!
Hey everyone! How was your weekend? Are you wondering how I’m doing with my meatless March adventure? So, for those of you who aren’t familiar, basically I’d enjoy a whole month of vegetarian-only meals.
Well, it ain’t goin’ too good.
I caved.
No lie.
Yep.
Hanging my head in shame right now.
I love vegetarian meals, like a lot, but girl also loves her some chicken wings. It’s like a switch was flicked. When I couldn’t have things I would normally enjoy, that’s when I wanted them even more. It was like (shouting)—> I want some WINNNNNNNNNGS!!!!!!
So, meatless March lasted for a couple weeks. It was a really good learning experience and I gained a true appreciation for those who enjoy a vegetarian and vegan lifestyle. For me, it was too much too fast. Maybe I have to take baby steps. One stand out, though, was this easy meatless three bean chili – it’s super hearty and no meat was missed in this one. Plus, we had a touch of snow here this weekend (can you believe it?!). What gives mother nature?! Anywho – something comforting and warm like this meatless chili is definitely in order.
Three Bean Chili
This three bean chili yields a whole bunch and uses simple pantry staples. If it’s too much for your family, it freezes really well so it makes for a quick dinner on busy days. Similarly to my baked beans, if you want to portion it up for later, just let it cool, place desired quantity in vacuum seal bags and freeze flat.
It’s delicious on its own or even over nachos for a Friday night feast. The possibilities are endless!
Why are Beans So Good for You?
Beans are a staple in our home – both dried and canned. Whenever possible, I buy the unsalted variety of canned beans and, of course, I always rinse them before using.
Beans are not only inexpensive, but they are tasty. Plus, they are absolutely loaded with good-for-you stuff, like fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals. I use ’em in salads, burgers, soups, dips, and chili on the regular. I can honestly say that I’ve never eaten as many beans as I do now.
This meatless chili is so hearty, even meat lovers would inhale a huge bowl of it. And, while it’s no longer meatless March for me, it is meatless Monday so the perfect excuse to chow down on a huge bowl!
How to Garnish Chili
As you know, I’m all about those garnishes, those extra flavours and pops of colour. Cilantro works wonderfully, but my hands down favourite is Greek yogurt! Its adds creaminess to the chili and cools it down a touch. I always use it in lieu of sour cream. Plus, it’s protein packed!
Shout to hubby for doing the whole hand modelling thing, lol—>
Hope you love this three bean chili! Stay tuned later this week for an updated sidekick to go along with this.
Until next time, take care and chit chat again soon 🙂
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion -chopped
- 4 cloves garlic -minced
- 3 cups mushrooms -sliced
- 2 stalks celery -sliced, about 1/4 inch thick
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 bell peppers -cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp cayenne
- 1 tsp salt -or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 796ml cans whole tomatoes -crushed
- 2-3 chipotles in adobo sauce -chopped
- 1 19 oz can black beans -rinsed and drained
- 1 19 oz can romano beans -rinsed and drained
- 1 19 oz can white kidney beans -rinsed and drained
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Suggested Garnishes
- jalapeno
- cilantro
- green onion
- avocado
- crushed tortilla chips
- Greek yogurt or sour cream
Instructions
In a 5-6 quart Dutch oven, heat olive oil on medium heat. Cook onion 3-4 minutes until softened slightly.
Add garlic and cook 1 minute. To garlic add mushrooms and celery and cook 5 minutes.
Add tomato paste and stir to combine. Cook 1 minute.
Add bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, coriander, cayenne, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
Add cans of tomatoes and chipotle. Stir to combine. Bring to simmer, cover and cook 15 minutes.
Add beans, stirring to combine, and cook an additional 10 minutes, covered.
Stir in apple cider vinegar. Adjust salt to taste. Garnish as desired. Enjoy!
It’s weird, when I go meatless for a couple of days I just don’t feel good. But I do love to have a meal or two every day without meat and this chili is just perfect – super hearty and flavorful.
Thanks Marissa! Glad to hear I’m not alone 🙂 Hope you have a wonderful weekend! XO
The colder wintery weather has been creeping in on us here in South Africa so this will be a delicious and comforting dinner to try. I loooooove chili recipes and this is definitely one i am going to be enjoying. 🙂
Me too! Thanks Ashika! Hope you enjoy it 🙂 Stay warm!
Never hang your head in shame for chicken wings! This chili looks absolutely amazing…and if you want to put a little bit of bacon on it, no guilt. 🙂
Don’t be hard on yourself, Dawn. Besides, chicken is also considered to be poultry, so I would say you didn’t eat any meat. Does this make sense?:) And this delicious chili makes sense too as I don’t feel spring coming – this dish is totally appropriate.
Thanks so much Ben 🙂 It’s not spring-like around here yet either – hopefully soon! Hope you’re having a great week!!
Did you really have to say “WINGGGGGGGGS!”? Now, I want some. Your chili may not be wings, but it looks like it would be very satisfying as well. 🙂
Haha 😉 I know, right?? Thank you so much!
I really could go for a big bowl of this today! Another snow storm on the way so need this kind of cozy comfort food!
Oh no for snow! Thanks Lisa! Stay warm 🙂
Aw, as long as you learned, that’s all that matters! Haha I’m not sure I could do it either… But I do love having meatless meals often and this chili looks delicious!! We’re getting more snow here tomorrow, so this would be the perfect little warmup!
Haha – definitely 😉 Thanks Sues! Try and stay warm!!
I love chilli and this veggie version looks amazing!
I do too! Thanks Amy 🙂
wow! this bean chilli looks so delicious! Its so healthy too..
Thanks Priya 🙂
LOL.. you’re too funny. Oh well lololol.
This chili sounds delicious though, and if you can believe it- it’s supposed to SNOW here tonight! I’m so annoyed- it’s supposed to be SPRING! I guess I’ll be makin soup!
Hehehe 😉 Oh no for snow! Yeah, like, bring on spring, am I right? I guess it will be here soon enough…hopefully!! Thanks Sarah!
We love chili in our house! Whether it’s ground beef or turkey, or vegetarian like this one, chili is always super filling and a great way to feed a crowd. Love the smokey flavour you’ve added to this one, and you can’t go wrong loading it up with three different kinds of beans! I’ll be saving this one to try on our next cold, snowy day!
We do too! Thank you Leanne! Hope you’re having an awesome week 🙂
You don’t even have to feel bad about caving – I don’t know how you went as long as you did!! I would be eating wings the first week, haha
You definitely made up for things with this chili though; we love our beans too. So cheap and convenient, and GREAT for you. I need more of these hearty dishes in my dinner repertoire. Pinning for sure! Hope you had a great weekend my friend!
Haha – glad I’m not alone 😉 Thank you Katherine! Hope you get to try this one out soon 🙂
Two weeks is a great job in my book, Dawn! I would have never made it that long. It’s over when I smell steak cooking especially on the grill. This chili is so robust and satisfying that I would not miss the meat at all! In fact, it will be the perfect comfort meal on Wednesday when we get hit with another 8-inches of snow.
Thanks Thao!! Try and stay warm, my friend 🙂
I love three beans combination, I love the combinations and vegetables you have used in this recipe.
Thank you Sadhna 🙂
I always keep a large selection of beans in my pantry and your chili sounds great. I’m with you, as much as I enjoy vegetables I couldn’t go a whole month without eating any meat.
Me too! So convenient! Thanks Karen! Hope you get a chance to try this one out 🙂
Hey, you lasted a long time! Don’t feel bad for caving–wings are kinda hard to resist right? This chili sounds AMAAAZING! I love a good, hearty chili and it’s been pretty cold and gray here for awhile, which means I need some of this deliciousness ASAP! Have a great week, Dawn!
Totally!! Thanks Kelsie! Have a lovely week too 🙂
Well, I would not have lasted even one week. Maybe three days, tops. I love wings too, so not even sure about three days, lol. You did great! This three bean chili does sounds perfect…especially since the weather here is also not giving up.. Snow storm in the mountains last night and snow/rain down here..There will be at least one more before winter is gone, so will have a chance to enjoy chili soon. Pinned!
Haha – good to know 😉 We still have snow here too and the winter jackets are still needed. Hopefully, it’ll warm up soon! Thanks Milena! Hope you like this one 🙂
HAHAHA!! I can imagine it….”I want WINGGGGGGGGS!” I would be the same way, my friend! But this three bean chili sure would carry me far! I’m a fan! Just perfect for these (still) snowy days! Have a great week! Cheers! XOXO
Right?! So happy to hear I’m not the only one 😉 Thanks Annie! Have a great week too! XOXO
I don’t blame you for caving in, Dawn. Not one bit. Funny story: Laura tried the vegetarian thing for a while (before I met her) and chicken wings were her downfall, too. I admit that I do love wings, but I think a good burger would be my downfall. Either way, this chili sounds amazing! We’ve been frigid cold here lately, too (what the heck?? Springs starts tomorrow…officially at least), and a good bowl of this chili would be an excellent lunch idea. I might just have to make that happen!
Burgers are so good too, especially with lots of cheese and onion! It’s cold here too, so I understand!! Thanks so much, David, and try and stay warm 🙂
Great chili! I don’t really miss the meat in chili. Now wings. That’s a whole other deal. I don’t blame you for caving 🙂
Thanks Jennifer! Haha – I hear ya!! Thanks so much 🙂
Perfect for these winter days that seem to be hanging on Dawn! Love the three different kinds of beans too! So nice and hearty! Pinned! Hope your week is wonderful! XO
So true!! Thanks Mary Ann! Same to you! XO