Vegetarian Tortilla Soup

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr

  • Total Time

    1 hr 15 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

  • Calories

    236 kcal

  • Course

    Soup

  • Cuisine

    American, Mexican

Vegetarian Tortilla Soup

This Vegetarian Tortilla Soup is just as hearty & flavorful as the chicken version. It's spicy and full of plant-based protein like quinoa & black beans!

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Ingredients

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For the tortilla strips

  • 4 small corn tortillas cut into thin strips
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

For the soup

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño seeded, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • ½ cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • ¾ cup quinoa
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn

For Optional Topping:

  • avocado sliced
  • shredded cheddar cheese
  • cilantro chopped
  • Red Onions finely chopped
  • lime wedged
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly oil a baking sheet. Place the tortilla strips in a single baking sheet; season with chili powder, salt and pepper, toss to combine, then arrange in a single layer. Bake until crisp and golden, about 10-12 minutes, tossing halfway through; set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Cook the onions, green pepper and jalapeño until tender, 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic, tomato paste, chili powder and cumin and continue to cook until garlic and spices are fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in vegetable broth, crushed tomatoes, water, cilantro and a quarter of the baked tortilla strips. Reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered for 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in quinoa, black beans and corn. Simmer uncovered, until quinoa is cooked, about 15-20 minutes.
  6. Serve the soup with the remaining baked tortilla strips and your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Recipe: This recipe was adapted from New York Times Cooking
  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 4-6 days in the fridge.
  • Freezing Instructions: You can also freeze the soup in for up to 3 months. I recommend freezing it individual portions but easier thawing. To re-heat, thaw in the fridge overnight and and microwave until heated through. Or simply microwave straight from the freezer until heated through.
  • Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However you can omit some vegetables as you see fit and add others you enjoy.
  • * Please note the nutrition label does not include any toppings.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 2cups Calories 236kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 37g (12%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Sodium 260mg (11%) Potassium 580mg (17%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 418IU (8%) Vitamin C 22mg (24%) Calcium 57mg (6%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 236 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 2cups
Calories 236kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 37g 12%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Sodium 260mg 11%
Potassium 580mg 12%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 418IU 8%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 57mg 6%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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