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Easy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup

Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 green pepper chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 10 oz. can diced tomatoes and green chilies
  • 2 15 oz. cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups frozen corn thawed
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2-3 tablespoons lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2-3 tablespoons hot sauce optional
  • Tortilla strips soft or crunchy
  • Shredded cheese
  • Chopped avocado
  • Chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • In a large stock pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic and green pepper and saute until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in broth, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, cumin, hot sauce, and salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • Add black beans and corn and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes. Stir in lime juice just before serving.
  • Ladle into bowls and top with a generous amount of tortilla strips. Add optional toppings as desired.