Ingredients
Soup Ingredients
- 1 medium Onion Use shallots for a milder taste if desired.
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can be substituted with any neutral oil.
- 3.5 cups Vegetable Broth Use homemade broth for a richer flavor.
- 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper Remove seeds for less heat or substitute with bell pepper.
- 1 cup Corn Use fresh, canned, or frozen corn according to availability.
- 0.75 cup Dried Red Lentils Other legumes like black beans can be used in moderation.
- 15 ounces Tomato Sauce Substitute with diced tomatoes for a chunkier texture.
- 1 medium Red or Green Bell Pepper Any colored bell pepper can be used.
- 0.75 cup Salsa Use mild or spicy salsa based on preference.
- 15 ounces Black Beans Can substitute with pinto beans or chickpeas.
- 15 ounces Red Beans Mix with any other canned bean as desired.
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used as an alternative.
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic provides a more potent flavor.
- 0.5 tsp Cumin For a different flavor profile, try coriander.
- 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper Add more for a spicier kick or omit for a milder soup.
- 0.5 cup Light Cream Cheese Dairy-free cream cheese or yogurt can be used.
- Salt Adjust to taste.
- Pepper Adjust to taste.
Toppings (Optional)
- Crushed Tortilla Chips Add for a delightful texture contrast.
- Sliced Avocado Perfect for enhancing the richness.
- Sour Cream A classic accompaniment.
- Diced Jalapeños Garnish to taste.
- Chopped Red Onion Sprinkle on top for color.
- Shredded Cheddar Melt on top for indulgence.
- Fresh Cilantro A fresh herb adds flavor.
Notes
For a thicker soup, blend a portion of the soup before adding the cream cheese.