In a large pot, over medium high heat add a drizzle of olive oil. Drop in onions, celery and carrots. Cook for about 10 minutes or until veggie start to soften.
Add in garlic, peppers and tomato. Stir and simmer another 5 or so minutes. Tomato will start to melt into mixture.
Pour in black beans, tomato sauce, corn, spices, cilantro and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir and lower heat to a simmer.
Let it go for about 30 minutes to marry flavours, stirring occasionally.
Serve hot with your favourite toppers.