Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🛢️
- 1 small onion, chopped 🧅
- 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 jalapeño, diced (optional for spice) 🌶️
- 1 cup salsa verde (store-bought or homemade) 💚
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 🥣
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained 🫘
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen) 🌽
- 1/2 tsp cumin 🥄
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Juice of 1 lime 🍋
- Optional: shredded cooked chicken or tofu 🍗🌱
For Serving:
- Tortilla chips or strips 🌮
- Diced avocado 🥑
- Fresh cilantro 🌿
- Crumbled cheese (cotija, feta, or vegan) 🧀
- Lime wedges 🍋
Instructions
How to Make It 🔥🥄
1. Sauté the Aromatics
In a large pot, heat olive oil. Sauté onion and jalapeño until soft (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
2. Add the Flavor BaseStir in salsa verde and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
3. Simmer the SoupAdd broth, black beans, corn, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes. Stir in lime juice before serving.
4. Serve and GarnishLadle into bowls. Top with tortilla strips, avocado, cilantro, and cheese. Add extra salsa verde or lime for more zing!
Notes
Tasty Variations 🧑🍳✨
- Protein Boost: Add shredded chicken, turkey, or tofu for a heartier soup 🍗🌱
- Spicy Kick: Mix in hot sauce or chipotle powder 🌶️
- Creamy Twist: Stir in a spoonful of sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving 🥣
- Veggie Additions: Add zucchini, spinach, or bell peppers for extra nutrition 🥒🫑