Sopa de judías caritas de Año Nuevo

Ingredientes

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/4 cups finely chopped yellow onion (about 1 medium onion)
• 3/4 cup finely chopped carrot (about 2-3 large carrots)
• 3/4 cup finely chopped celery (about 3-4 large celery ribs)
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 bunch collard greens (stems removed and finely chopped)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 15 ounces diced tomatoes (with their juices)
• 2 15-ounce cans black eyed peas (drained and rinsed)
• juice of 1 lemon

Preparación

1. 1

   In a large pot, warm the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot and celery. Cook for 5 minutes, while stirring intermittently.

2. 2

   To the pot, add the spices (chili powder, oregano and smoked paprika) and minced garlic. Stir and cook for a few minutes more, until spices are fragrant.

3. 3

   Next, add the chopped collard greens. Cover and cook until wilted.

4. 4

   Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, vegetable broth, and black eyed peas. Simmer until vegetables are fully cooked and the soup is heated through.

5. 5

   Lastly, squeeze in lemon juice. Season with salt & pepper, to taste. Serve warm and enjoy!