Chili Minestrone Soup

• 1(14 1/2ounce)can diced tomatoes with mild green chilies(I used Red Gold Petite Diced Mexican Fiesta spiced tomatoes)
• 1(16ounce)can chili beans(I used Bush's Best Chili Beans with Hot Sauce)
• 1 cup onions, chopped
• 3 cups frozen mixed vegetables(mix of peas, carrots, beans, and corn)
• 1/2 cup celery, chopped
• 2 cups tomato juice
• 3 cups water
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon mrs. dash extra spicy sodium-free seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes