"This is the veggie and black bean packed, vegetarian cousin of the traditional chicken tortilla soup. It's has great flavor and everyone will love the homemade tortilla strips!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
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1 1/2 cups diced yellow onion
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1 cup diced bell pepper ((any color))
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1/2 cup peeled and diced carrots
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1 small jalapeno, (seeded and diced (omit if you don't like spicy))
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1 Tbsp minced garlic
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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6 cups vegetable broth
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1 (15 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
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2 cups fresh or frozen corn
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2 1/2 tsp chili powder
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1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
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2 (15 oz) cans black beans, (drained and rinsed)
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1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
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1/3 cup (slightly packed) chopped cilantro
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1 avocado, (sliced or diced)
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Queso fresco or shredded Mexican blend cheese, (for serving (optional))
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8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
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1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil