3 Ingredient Chili or Salsa
Whip up a bold and versatile dish in minutes with this 3-Ingredient Chili or Salsa recipe—a lifesaver for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings! Combining hearty canned black beans, zesty salsa, and juicy diced tomatoes, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. Whether you simmer it into a comforting, warm chili for a cozy dinner or serve it fresh as a chunky salsa perfect for dipping tortilla chips, this recipe adapts effortlessly to your needs. Ready in just 15 minutes with minimal prep, it’s an easy yet flavorful option for quick meals, game-day snacks, or taco night toppers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 28 oz Canned diced tomatoes
- 15 oz Canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup Salsa (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
1. Open the can of diced tomatoes and pour them (along with their juices) into a medium-sized saucepan.
2. Rinse and drain the black beans in a colander and add them to the saucepan with the tomatoes.
3. Add 1 cup of salsa to the saucepan, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly.
4. If making chili, place the saucepan over medium heat and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and flavors meld together. Adjust seasoning with salt or spices if desired.
5. If using as salsa, simply mix all the ingredients in a bowl and serve immediately at room temperature or chilled.
6. Serve as a standalone chili topped with cheese, sour cream, and fresh cilantro, or as a chunky salsa paired with tortilla chips or tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
801 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.2 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 3134 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.6 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.1 g | 154% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 429 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 3010 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
