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Black Bean Soup Recipe

Black Bean Soup Recipe


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4.8 from 9 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This hearty and flavorful Black Bean Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Packed with protein and fiber, this vegan and gluten-free soup is easy to make and delicious to enjoy.


Ingredients

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Vegetable Mixture:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Spices and Broth:

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 4 cups vegetable broth

Black Beans:

  • 3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Garnish:

  • Sour cream
  • Diced avocado
  • Tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté onion, bell pepper, and carrots until tender.
  2. Add Spices: Stir in garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano; cook until fragrant.
  3. Cook Soup: Add vegetable broth, black beans, and bay leaf. Simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Blend Soup: Use an immersion blender to blend part of the soup for desired consistency.
  5. Finish and Serve: Stir in lime juice and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with sour cream, avocado, and tortilla chips. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a diced jalapeño with the veggies.
  • This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day.
  • Serve with warm crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg