Black and Pinto Bean Soup

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Black and Pinto Bean Soup Recipe from Down to Earth Organic and Natural
Yield
8-10 Servings
Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup diced red bell peppers
  • 1 cup diced zucchini
  • 1 cup corn
  • 2 Tablespoons cumin
  • 2 Tablespoons chili powder
  • 5 cups vegetable broth
  • 1(15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh lime wedges, to garnish
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté for five minutes.
  2. Add peppers, zucchini, corn and spices. Cook for another ten minutes until vegetables are soft.
  3. Add broth, beans, tomatoes, and chilies. Bring to a boil, then cover for ten minutes.
  4. Add cilantro and thoroughly mix. Serve in bowls and enjoy with a squeeze of lime.