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Hearty Mexican Quinoa Soup

A dark bowl filled with steaming Mexican quinoa soup, featuring visible quinoa, kidney beans, corn, and fresh cilantro garnish.
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Make this flavorful and healthy Mexican Quinoa Soup on the stovetop. It is a quick weeknight soup idea packed with black beans, corn, and Southwestern spices.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and chopped red bell pepper. Cook for 3 more minutes until the pepper begins to soften.
  3. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed quinoa, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes (with their juice) to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Stir in the rinsed black beans and corn. Cook uncovered for 5 minutes, allowing the soup to heat through.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro.
  8. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot with extra cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper with the other spices.
  • This soup freezes well; cool completely before transferring to airtight containers.
  • Serve this gluten free lunch idea with toppings like avocado slices, crushed tortilla chips, or a dollop of dairy free sour cream.

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