Venezuelan Black Bean Soup: A Hearty and Flavorful Dish

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, diced avocado, sour cream