This blog was created by guest blogger Rachel Wulf, a dietetic student at the University of Nebraska- Lincoln.
Are you too tired to come home from work and prepare a full-fledged dinner when all you want to do is sit down and relax? This 20-minute recipe makes a perfect quick meal!
The black beans and celery in this recipe provide an ample amount of fiber to help keep you fuller longer. Likewise, the fresh celery, onion, garlic, black beans, and salsa provide an array of essential nutrients, such as Vitamin C, inulin, and several other minerals.
Ingredients
1 cup onion (chopped)
3⁄4 cups celery (chopped)
2 teaspoons garlic (chopped)
1 1⁄2 cup beef broth (fat removed)
2 cans black beans (15 oz. each, drained and rinsed)
1⁄2 cup salsa (thick and chunky)
1 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
1⁄2 teaspoon onion powder
1⁄4 teaspoon oregano (dried)
Instructions
1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
2. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
3. Spice up your soup even further with a little bit of sour cream or shredded cheese and enjoy!