Mexican Rice and Bean Soup Foodtastic Mom

A hearty and flavorful Mexican Rice and Bean Soup by Foodtastic Mom that combines the goodness of black beans, rice, and vibrant vegetables in a deliciously seasoned broth.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish
• Lime wedges for serving

Instructions:

Put olive oil in a big pot and heat it over medium-low heat

Put in the diced onion and red bell pepper and cook them until they get soft

Mix in the cumin, chili powder, and minced garlic

Do this for one to two minutes

Put in the vegetable broth, then the cooked rice, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes

Add salt and pepper to taste

Turn down the heat and let the soup cook for 15 to 20 minutes

If necessary, change the seasoning

Add fresh cilantro and lime wedges on top and serve hot