Vegetarian Black Bean Soup

A delicious, heart healthy soup.

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Bean soups in general are healthier for you and this version is no exception which is high in fiber, iron and vitamins C and B6. Beans also tend to fill you up more and keep you satisfied longer.

You will need

1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil ¼ cup Green Pepper , chopped ¼ cup Red Onion , chopped 1 Celery Stalk, chopped 1 Garlic Clove, minced 4 cup Vegetable Broth ¼ tsp Chili Powder 15 oz Can Black Beans , rinsed

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Bean soups in general are healthier for you and this version is no exception which is high in fiber, iron and vitamins C and B6. Beans also tend to fill you up more and keep you satisfied longer.

Instructions

1. Heat oil over medium heat in medium sized saucepan; then add the peppers, onions, celery and garlic.

2. Saute 2-3 minutes until vegetables start to soften; then add the vegetable broth, chili powder and black beans.

3. Bring to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

4. Turn off the heat and use an immersion blender to blend all of the ingredients together until smooth. (If you do not have an immersion blender, pour the mixture into a blender and puree until smooth.)