Mexicali Soup

Warm up your table with this vibrant and hearty Mexicali Soup, a one-pot wonder that brings bold Southwestern flavors to your kitchen! Packed with protein-rich black beans and kidney beans, sweet bursts of corn, and the zesty kick of tomatoes with green chilies, this soup is a fiesta in every spoonful. Aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika create a rich, smoky base, while a squeeze of fresh lime juice brightens each bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this vegan-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it hot with tortilla chips, creamy avocado, or a dollop of sour cream for a customizable bowl of comfort sure to please the whole family.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeño. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Step 4

Add the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and oregano, stirring to coat the vegetables with the spices. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies (including juices), frozen corn, and vegetable broth.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 9

Serve hot with tortilla chips, avocado slices, or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2793.2 grams (2793.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1747

Total Fat 43.30g	56%
Saturated Fat 7.30g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6735mg	293%
Total Carbohydrate 277.80g	101%
Dietary Fiber 76.00g	271%
Total Sugars 51.90g
Protein 78.60g	157%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 586mg	45%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 5902mg	126%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.5%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 61.2%