Veggie Tortilla Soup

Certainly! Veggie Tortilla Soup is a delicious and hearty dish that’s full of flavor. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced (any color you prefer)
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Juice of 1 lime
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
• Avocado slices, for garnish
• Tortilla strips or chips, for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add diced bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Stir in diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn.
5. Add ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to coat the vegetables with the spices.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
7. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Squeeze in the lime juice and stir.
8. Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and tortilla strips or chips.

Enjoy your delicious Veggie Tortilla Soup! Feel free to customize the toppings and spices to suit your taste preferences.