Southwest Bean Potage
Potage is a thick and hearty soup. This one is sure to stick to your ribs, packing 6 g of fibre per serving.
25 min
4 servings
300 calories
Ingredients
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups onion, chopped
2 cups chopped red bell pepper
1 tbsp Minced Garlic
1 tbsp Black Bean Dip Mix
1 can (15 oz/443 ml) pumpkin
1 can (15 oz/443 ml) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups Vegetable Broth
1 1⁄2 tsp Vegetable Broth Mix
1 cup boiling water
4 cups shredded baby spinach leaves
4 tsp roasted, chopped pumpkin seeds
1 lime, quartered – optional
sherry vinegar, to taste – optional
Instructions
Heat oil, onion, pepper, Minced Garlic and Black Bean Dip Mix in Multipurpose Pot over medium heat. Cover and sauté, stirring occasionally until softened; approximately 5 minutes.
Add pumpkin, beans and Bouillon, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Add spinach and cook for 2 minutes or until wilted.
Serve in bowls and garnish with pumpkin seeds, lime wedges and sherry vinegar, if desired.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 300, Fat 6 g (Saturated 1.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 120 mg, Carbohydrate 50 g (Fiber 6 g, Sugars 4 g), Protein 17 g.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with warmed whole-grain pita and a refreshing glass of low-fat milk.