Spicy, crunchy and absolutely jam packed with veggies! This Spicy Vegetarian Tortilla soup is a satisfying weeknight dish you can’t go without.

Spicy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup

Ingredients:

• 4 corn tortillas, cut into ¼” wide strips
• 3 tablespoons Essential Everyday^Ⓡ vegetable oil, divided
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 3 chipotles from 1 can chipotles in adobo, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 14.5oz can Essential Everyday^Ⓡ diced tomatoes
• 15oz can Essential Everyday^Ⓡ black beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups Essential Everyday^Ⓡ Vegetable Broth

Toppings:

• 1 cup Essential Everyday^Ⓡ thawed frozen corn kernels
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
• ½ cup Essential Everyday^Ⓡ sour cream
• ½ cup shredded Essential Everyday^Ⓡ Cheddar cheese
• Chopped cilantro

Directions:

1. reheat oven to 425℉.
2. On a large sheet pan toss together tortilla strips and 1 tablespoon oil. Spread out strips and bake until crispy, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
3. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, chipotles, and chili powder and cook, stirring, 1 minute more.
4. Add tomatoes, beans, and broth. Bring soup to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Serve soup in bowls, letting everyone choose their own toppings.