EASY LOW-FAT CHILI

Easy Low-Fat Chili image

"This zesty chili really hits the spot on cool fall days," confirms Janet Moore of Ogdensburg, New York.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 cups water, divided
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-salt diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) salt-free tomato paste
2 to 4 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook the onion and green pepper in 1/2 cup water until tender. Add beans, tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir in chili powder, salt if desired, pepper and remaining water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges