Description
A comforting soup infused with smoky beans and tender vegetables, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups zucchini, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cans diced tomatoes
- 4–5 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant and onion is translucent.
- Add cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Let bloom for a minute.
- Add diced bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini. Stir for about 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Incorporate canned tomatoes and drained beans. Stir for even distribution.
- Pour in broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for 20-30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper and serve with garnishes like cilantro or jalapeños.
Notes
For added brightness, a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving is a delightful finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: soup, cowboy soup, vegetarian soup, hearty soup, family recipe