Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat.
Add the green pepper and onion, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add the garlic, and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until onions are translucent.
Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Add the crushed tomato, rice, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 45 minutes.
Add the black beans. Let sit 3 minutes.
Ladle into soup bowls, and serve.
Enjoy!