Ingredients

12 ounces dry fideos
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 red bell pepper , seeded and diced
1 small white onion , peeled and chopped
3 garlic cloves
2 medium tomatoes , peeled and chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano ( Greek or Mexican )
1/2 green jalapeno , chopped , seeded if desired ( read NOTE )
3 cups vegetable broth or 3 cups water
crumbled mexican cheese ( cotija , Parmesan or any appropriate salty-slash-stinky cheese )
fresh parsley , for garnish
Sopa seca is a traditional Mexican dish that translates to 'dry soup.' This vegetarian version uses fideos, a thin and short noodle, as the base of the soup, along with a flavorful mixture of tomatoes, bell pepper, and onion. The soup is then topped with crumbled cheese for a salty-slash-stinky kick and fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in, and it's sure to warm you up from the inside out.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add the bell pepper and onion, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.Add the garlic, and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
4.Add the tomatoes, oregano, jalapeno, and salt to taste, and cook until the tomatoes are soft and the mixture is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
5.Add the vegetable broth or water, and bring the mixture to a boil.
6.Add the fideos, and stir well to combine.
7.Reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the fideos are cooked through and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
8.Serve the sopa seca hot, topped with the crumbled cheese and parsley garnish.

PROS

This soup is a hearty and filling meal, perfect for a cold winter day.

It’s also vegan and full of wholesome plant-based ingredients.

CONS

The fideos used in this recipe are a type of pasta, so the dish is relatively high in carbohydrates.

It should be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a great source of fiber and plant-based protein, thanks to the beans and pasta.
It’s also full of immune-boosting nutrients like vitamin C from the bell pepper and antioxidant-rich lycopene from the tomatoes.

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