Southwestern Vegetable Soup 🍲
Description:
A hearty and tasty soup perfect for chilly days or busy weeknights. This Southwestern-inspired dish combines the vibrant flavors of Rotel tomatoes, chicken broth, corn, beans, and green chilies, topped with melted cheddar cheese. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s sure to warm you up!
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 235.9
- Fat Content: 6.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 14.8mg
- Sodium Content: 696.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 34.2g
- Fiber Content: 7.5g
- Sugar Content: 2.5g
- Protein Content: 12.6g
Ingredients:
- 1 can Rotel Tomatoes
- 1 carton chicken broth
- 3 cups water
- 1 can whole kernel corn
- 1 can pinto beans
- 1 can green chilies
- 1 pack corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
- Prepare the Soup Base:
- In a 4-quart pot, combine the Rotel tomatoes, chicken broth, water, whole kernel corn, pinto beans, and green chilies.
- Mix in your favorite taco seasoning for an extra kick.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Add Tortilla Strips:
- After simmering, tear the corn tortillas into strips and add them to the soup.
- Stir well to incorporate the tortillas into the soup mixture.
- Continue Cooking:
- Bring the soup back to a gentle boil, then lower the heat slightly.
- Let it cook for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the tortillas to break down and thicken the soup.
- Add Cheese:
- Once the soup is thickened to your liking, add the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Stir well until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated into the soup.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with additional cheese, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this Southwestern Vegetable Soup!
This recipe is perfect for busy days when you need a quick and satisfying meal. Serve it with some crusty bread or tortilla chips for a complete meal that’s sure to please the whole family. 🥄🔥
