Mayan recipe: Avocado Soup

In the cool shade of avocado trees, a Mayan healer stirred a pot of fragrant soup. She whispered ancient chants as she blended the ripe avocados with aromatic herbs and spices. The creamy soup, served in bowls made of clay, was believed to soothe the soul and bring harmony, a cherished recipe passed down through generations.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados, diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 chili pepper, finely sliced (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a pot, sauté garlic and onion until translucent.
2. Add diced avocado and cook for a few minutes.
3. Pour in vegetable broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer.
4. Blend the mixture until smooth and reheat gently.
5. Serve garnished with lime juice, cilantro, and chili pepper.

Healing Properties: Avocado is great for heart health. Chili peppers have anti-inflammatory properties.