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Vegetarian Three-Bean Chili

4.8

(18)

Photo of a threebean chili in a shallow grey bowl topped with tortilla strips.
Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Beatrice Chastka, Food Styling by Olivia Mack Anderson

Achieve all the flavors of slow-simmered chili in just 30 minutes with the help of a few pantry staples.

Cooks' Note

Salsas will vary in heat and sodium content. If you like things less spicy, choose a mild salsa and start with less salsa, about 1/2 cup. You can always add more salsa at the end of cooking to spice things up. If you can't find a corn and tomato salsa, substitute a chunky tomato salsa.

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