Description
Creamy White Bean Enchilada Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the rich taste of creamy white beans with zesty green chiles and sweet corn. Perfect for busy weeknights, this vegetarian delight is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an excellent choice for meal prep or cozy gatherings. The warm spices, combined with a smooth texture, create a satisfying experience in every bowl. Top it off with Greek yogurt or avocado for an extra layer of creaminess!
Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Tbsp. ground cumin
- 1 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups whole-milk
- 2 (15-oz.) cans navy beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 (4-oz.) cans chopped green chiles
- 1 cup fresh or frozen/thawed corn
- 1/2 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
- Optional garnishes: fresh cilantro, diced avocado, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and bell pepper for 6 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper; cook for 2 additional minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Whisk in vegetable broth and milk until smooth. Add green chiles, navy beans, and corn; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until thickened.
- Temper Greek yogurt by mixing it with a bit of hot soup before incorporating into the pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For a vegan version, use cashew milk and omit Greek yogurt or substitute with dairy-free yogurt. Feel free to add extra veggies like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition.