VEGETABLE BEAN CHILI

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Meet the Cook: Because it is so hearty, no one misses the meat in this chili. Both family - my husband and I have three daughters and one grandchild - and friends ask for it. -Rene Fry, Hampstead, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 medium zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (8 ounces) picante sauce
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a 4-qt. kettle or Dutch oven, saute zucchini, green pepper, onion, carrots, celery and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in tomatoes, picante sauce, bouillon and cumin; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Add beans and olives; heat through. Garnish with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 10g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 863mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges