Vegan Black Bean Burger Soup

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (out of 5)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add black beans, vegetable broth, tomatoes, bell pepper, celery, carrots, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.
5. Stir in quinoa and simmer until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting
• Savory and slightly spicy
• Rich in plant-based protein
• Gluten-free and vegan
• Perfect for a satisfying meal on a cold day

User Comments:

• "This soup is absolutely delicious and so easy to make. I love the combination of flavors."
• "I'm not vegan, but I adore this soup. It's hearty, flavorful, and packed with protein."
• "I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone asked for the recipe."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have quinoa, you can substitute another whole grain, such as brown rice or barley.
• You can add other vegetables to the soup, such as corn, zucchini, or spinach.
• If you like a spicier soup, you can add more chili powder or chopped jalapeño peppers.