Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 cup onion (diced; about 1/2 large onion)
  • 2 garlic cloves (pressed or minced)
  • 30 ounces black beans (rinsed and drained; 2 15 ounce cans or approx. 3 cups)
  • 14.5 ounces tomatoes (diced; One 14.5 ounce can or approximately 1 1/2 cups)
  • 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh oregano (1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme (1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup quinoa (rinsed if not purchased pre-rinsed)
  • Avocado (diced)
  • Cilantro (chopped)

Instruction

  • Heat olive oil in a large cooking pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion and saute for about 5 minutes or until the onions are softened.
  • Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  • Add the remaining soup ingredients, except for the garnishes, to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Raise heat to high bring soup to a low boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  • Garnish with avocado and cilantro, if desired