Hearty Vegan Taco Soup (Printable Version)

A savory bowl combining beans, quinoa, and spices for a warm, nourishing vegan dish with bold flavors.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Taco Seasoning

01 - 15 ml chili powder
02 - 15 ml ground cumin
03 - 5 ml sea salt
04 - 5 ml ground black pepper
05 - 5 ml garlic powder
06 - 5 ml onion powder
07 - 5 ml smoked paprika
08 - 5 ml dried oregano

→ Soup

09 - 120 ml uncooked quinoa, red or multi-color
10 - 15 ml extra virgin olive oil
11 - ½ red onion, chopped
12 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
13 - 1 medium bell pepper, diced
14 - 30 ml tomato paste
15 - 1 can (796 g) diced or crushed organic tomatoes
16 - 1 can (425 g) organic black beans, drained and rinsed
17 - 1 can (425 g) organic red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
18 - 960 ml organic vegetable stock
19 - 240 ml frozen corn
20 - 1-2 habanero peppers, chopped (optional)

→ Optional Toppings

21 - Dairy-free cheese shreds
22 - Sliced jalapeños
23 - Tortilla chips
24 - Chopped fresh parsley

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Heat olive oil in a medium Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
02 - Add tomato paste, diced bell pepper, diced tomatoes, red kidney beans, and black beans. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes to combine flavors.
03 - Stir in taco seasoning blend until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
04 - Add quinoa, frozen corn, and vegetable stock to the pot. Stir all ingredients until combined. If desired, add chopped habanero peppers for heat.
05 - Bring mixture to a boil for 1-2 minutes, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for approximately 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and quinoa is cooked.
06 - Adjust salt to taste. Remove from heat and ladle into bowls. Top with dairy-free cheese shreds, tortilla chips, sliced jalapeños, and chopped fresh parsley as desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For milder flavor, omit habanero peppers. This soup stores well and flavors deepen when reheated.