Smoky Black Bean Soup with Lime & Avocado

Ingredients

• 2 cans (15 oz each) Black Beans
• 1 whole Yellow Onion
• 1 whole Red Bell Pepper
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 2 cups Vegetable Broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes
• 1 ½ tsp Ground Cumin
• 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 whole Lime
• 1 whole Avocado
• ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Stir 1 minute.
2. Add black beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
3. Use an immersion blender to partially blend — pulse a few times for a creamy-chunky texture. Stir in lime juice. Season with salt to taste.
4. Serve topped with diced avocado, fresh cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips if desired.