- Prepare tortilla strips
Cut tortillas into thin strips and bake at 180°C until golden and crispy. This step is crucial for the authentic texture of the soup.
- Prepare vegetables
Dice onion, mince garlic, and chop cilantro. Keep some cilantro leaves whole for garnish.
- Sauté base ingredients
In a large pot, sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and chopped chipotle peppers. Don't rush this step as it builds the fundamental flavors.
- Build the soup
Add fire-roasted tomatoes, vegetable broth, and black beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
- Season and adjust
Season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust spiciness by adding more chipotle if desired.
- Prepare garnishes
Dice avocados, cut limes into wedges, and prepare remaining cilantro. Keep avocado fresh by tossing with lime juice.
- Serve
Ladle hot soup into bowls. Top with crispy tortilla strips, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
- Calories:320 kcal
- Protein:12 g
- Total Fat:18 g
- Saturated Fat:2 g
- Unsaturated Fat:16 g
- Total Carbs:35 g
- Sugar:6 g
- Fiber:12 g
- Sodium:580 mg
Discover the hearty and soul-warming vegetarian tortilla soup, a beloved Mexican classic reimagined without meat but keeping all its authentic flavors. This vibrant and nutritious soup traces its origins to central Mexico, where traditional tortilla soup (sopa azteca) has been enjoyed for generations. Our vegetarian version combines fire-roasted tomatoes, smoky chipotle peppers, and crispy tortilla strips with creamy avocado, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that dance on your palate. Perfect for cold winter evenings or as a light summer dinner, this soup brings together the earthiness of Mexican spices with the freshness of garden vegetables. The addition of protein-rich black beans makes this soup a complete meal that’s both satisfying and healthy. Whether you’re hosting a Mexican-themed dinner party or looking for a comforting weeknight meal, this vegetarian tortilla soup delivers restaurant-quality flavors right in your kitchen.
