Black Bean Soup

This soup has great flavor and could even double as bean dip. Turn this into a party by adding chips, cheese, onion, jalapeño, and sour cream on top!

10 min prep, 30 min cook, serves 6

2 tblspns olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans black beans, drained
1 can diced tomatoes
1 cup fresh or frozen corn
3 cups vegetable broth
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp dried oregano
salt to taste
1 lime, sliced

In a stockpot on medium heat, cook olive oil, onion, bell pepper, and zucchini for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook another minute or two, until vegetables are soft. Add remaining ingredients except lime, reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes covered. Purée with an immersion blender to desired consistency. Check seasonings and serve with a squeeze of lime.