Black Bean Tortilla Soup

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 tbsp

olive oil

1 1/2 cups

diced yellow onion

1 cup

diced bell pepper ((any color))

1/2 cup

peeled and diced carrots

small jalapeno, (seeded and diced (omit if you don't like spicy))

1 tbsp

minced garlic

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

6 cups

vegetable broth

1 15 ounce can

petite diced tomatoes

2 cups

fresh or frozen corn

2 1/2 tsp

chili powder

1 1/2 tsp

ground cumin

2 15 ounce cans

black beans, (drained and rinsed)

1 tbsp

fresh lime juice

1/3 cup

(slightly packed) chopped cilantro

avocado, (sliced or diced)

Queso fresco or shredded Mexican blend cheese, (for serving (optional))

(6-inch) corn tortillas

1 1/2 tbsp

olive oil