Tortilla Soup Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the base

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add garlic and vegetables

   Stir in the minced garlic, bell pepper, carrots, and zucchini. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

3. 3

   Incorporate tomatoes and broth

   Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juices) and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.

4. 4

   Season the soup

   Mix in the corn, black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Finish with lime

   Stir in the lime juice and taste the soup. Adjust seasoning if needed.

6. 6

   Serve the soup

   Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with tortilla chips, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro.