Description
A warm and inviting soup loaded with smoky beans, tender vegetables, and a blend of spices, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 can kidney beans, drained
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 cup corn
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic, and cook until translucent.
- Toss in diced carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers, sauté for 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle in spices and stir until fragrant.
- Pour in canned tomatoes, drained beans, and broth; stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, adding fresh herbs if desired.
- Ladle into bowls and serve warm.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, ensure broth and spices are certified gluten-free. Feel free to substitute with seasonal veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: soup, vegetarian, hearty, spicy, beans, vegetables, cozy meal