Tortilla Vegetable Soup

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
6 cups reduced sodium chicken or beef broth 
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley flakes
1 (14 oz.) Can tomato sauce, no added salt Drained and cut up
¼ cup  Celery stalkWashed, trimmed and diced
½ cup CarrotsPeeled, washed, and diced
¼ cup OnionPeeled, washed, and diced
½ cup frozen cornPeeled, washed, and diced
1 (14 oz.) can black beansDrained and rinsed. 
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro Washed trimmed and chopped
¼ cup baked corn tortilla chips
1 avocado (optional)Washed, and diced 

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In a large soup kettle bring broth, pepper and parsley flakes and rice to boil.
2Add celery, tomatoes, onion, carrots, and corn and beans. Simmer about 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender crisp.Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
3Top with cilantro, cheese, avocado and chips.
To make this recipe gluten free: Use GF broth and GF corn chips. Always check all ingredients to be sure they are gluten free.
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Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates