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Cuban Black Bean Soup
We love this vegetarian version of a classic soup on a busy weeknight.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red onion finely diced
4 cloves garlic minced
1 red pepper diced
1 green pepper diced
4 cups vegetable stock or water
2 tablespoons Califia Farms Unsweetened Better Half
3 15-ounce cans black beans rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 bay leaves
Salt + pepper to taste
Optional toppings: avocado, diced red pepper, chopped tomatoes, cilantro, lime wedges, vegan sour cream.
Directions
01
In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the garlic, red and green peppers and sauté for 2 more minutes.
02
Add the stock or water, Califia Farms Unsweetened Better Half, black beans, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, chili powder, vinegar, bay leaves, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
03
Turn down the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Then remove from heat and remove the bay leaves. Optionally, use an immersion blender to slightly blend soup before serving. Serve and garnish with toppings and enjoy!
