Caldillo de Verduras

Caldillo de Verduras is a vibrant and hearty Mexican vegetable stew, perfect for a nourishing breakfast. Packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, this dish offers a warm start to your day.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium (any color), diced
• Tomato - 2 medium, chopped
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Corn - 150 grams (fresh or frozen)
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced carrot, zucchini, and bell pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 3 minutes until they start to break down.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender.
7. Stir in the corn, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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