Black Soy Bean Cocoa Soup with Lime Zest

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, pressed
• 1 large carrot, chopped
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 3 cups low-sodium organic vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup canned black soy beans, drained and rinsed
• Grated zest of 1 lime
• 2–4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over low heat. Add the onion and sauté until the onions are caramelized, for approximately 15 minutes.
2. Add the pressed garlic, carrots, and celery, and cook for 5 minutes longer.
3. Add the broth, cocoa powder, and cumin. Stir well, and simmer for 10 more minutes.
4. Stir in the black beans and black soy beans. Add lime zest. Cook for approximately 20 minutes longer, over low heat.
5. Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro.