Garden Tortilla Soup

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 9
Garden Tortilla Soup - A hearty and healthy soup for any day of the week
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Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 red sweet bell pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion , chopped
6 cloves garlic , minced
2 medium zucchini , quartered and diced
1 can chicken broth
2 tablespoons mild chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 cans diced tomatoes
1 can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 can black beans , rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen sweet corn
1/2 lime , juice of
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 corn tortillas , quartered and sliced into thin strips
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese ( optional )
tortilla chips ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
285
Sugar
7g
Fat
10g
Garden Tortilla Soup is a flavorful and filling dish that is perfect for any day of the week. It is a variation of the classic tortilla soup, but with added vegetables to make it more nutritious and flavorful. The soup is perfect for anyone who is looking for a healthy meal that is also easy and quick to make. You can customize the recipe to your liking by adding more or less spice, adjusting the vegetable ratios, or using different types of beans.

Instructions

1.Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2.Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper and sauté for 5 minutes.
3.Add in the zucchini and sauté for another 3 minutes.
4.Add the chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, green chilies, and Worcestershire sauce.
5.Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
6.Add in the black beans, corn, lime juice, and cilantro, and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
7.In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil and fry the tortilla strips until crispy, then set aside.
8.Serve the soup topped with the crispy tortilla strips, shredded cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips (optional).

PROS

Garden Tortilla Soup is a hearty and nutritious meal packed with vegetables and protein.

The addition of crispy tortilla strips gives it a crunchy texture.

CONS

This soup can be high in sodium, especially if canned ingredients are used.

The addition of cheese and tortilla chips can also increase the calorie and fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garden Tortilla Soup is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins A and C.
The different vegetables used in this recipe provide a variety of essential nutrients such as potassium, magnesium, and folate.

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