Description
Vegetarian Tortilla Soup is a vibrant and comforting dish that combines a rich tomato and chile broth with the hearty texture of corn tortillas. Bursting with colorful vegetables like bell peppers and onions, this soup is topped with crunchy tortilla strips, fresh cilantro, and zesty lime wedges, making it the perfect meal for cozy nights or casual gatherings. With its explosion of flavors and customizable options, this Vegetarian Tortilla Soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 (14 oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and cook for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Pour in canned tomatoes with juices and vegetable broth. Add cumin and chili powder; stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- Tear corn tortillas into bite-sized pieces and stir them into the soup to thicken it.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary. Ladle into bowls, garnishing with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg