Spicy Mexican Soup Recipe

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Bell peppers offer sweetness without the heat.

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often more affordable and widely available.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is lower in sodium and can be more flavorful.

avocado

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chopped jalapeños and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add black beans and corn; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice.

Blend the soup for a smoother texture if desired.

Serve hot, garnished with avocado and additional cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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