Vibrant Vegetarian Tortilla Soup: A Hearty Mexican Delight

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• Corn tortillas (4-6, cut into strips)
• 1 avocado, diced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges, for serving
• Crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese (optional)