Creamy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup: The Best Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and creamy vegetarian tortilla soup that warms the soul and satisfies the taste buds.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- tortilla strips for serving
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the garlic and bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the ground cumin and chili powder, cooking until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add the black beans and corn, simmering for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and tortilla strips.
Notes
- For added spiciness, include diced jalapeños with the bell pepper.
- This soup can be made a day ahead for deeper flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Creamy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup, vegetarian soup, comfort food