This chili is bursting with red beans, so if you are a fan, then you are in luck! They were soft and tender, but not mushy, which was good. The vegetables were mostly corn, peppers and a few rather small carrots. I kind of wish there were more vegetables, as I felt like it was lacking in that department. As for the spice factor, it certainly has a kick to it, and I found the peppers to be a bit overpowering. The chili itself isn't salty tasting, which is a plus as well. Overall, not bad, and went great with the cornbread I had on the side.