Description
A hearty soup that is quick to prepare, and a treat for the tastebuds. Garnish with sour cream, avocado and cilantro if you like, or some grated cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 red onion, peeled and diced
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 stalk of celery, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 2 cups (400 grams) black beans, drained
- 2 cups (400 grams) chopped tomatoes (I used a 14 ounce can.)
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) chicken broth, vegetable broth or water
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- Cilantro, avocado, sour cream for optional garnish
Instructions
- In a medium soup pot, saute the onion, garlic, carrot, celery, red pepper for about 5 minutes.
- Add the black beans, tomatoes, broth and spices.
- Simmer for 30 minutes, remove bay leaf, then garnish and serve.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins