Black Bean and Rice Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, this Black Bean and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food for any season. Packed with protein-rich black beans, tender vegetables, and perfectly seasoned rice, this one-pot wonder is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano, every spoonful delivers rich, earthy flavors with a hint of smokiness. A splash of lime juice adds a refreshing citrus finish, while optional cilantro garnish brightens the dish beautifully. Ready in just 45 minutes, this vegan and gluten-free soup makes a wholesome weeknight meal or an easy meal prep option. Serve it on its own or with crusty bread for a filling, feel-good dinner!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3 cups black beans, rinsed and drained
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1.5 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Sauté the diced onion, carrot, and celery for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.

3. Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

4. Stir in the black beans, vegetable broth, cooked rice, diced tomatoes (with juice), and bay leaf.

5. Increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

6. Remove the bay leaf and stir in the lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (454.9g)

Calories		308
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		6.8 g	9%
	Saturated Fat	0.9 g	5%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.5 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		720 mg	31%
Total Carbohydrate		51.4 g	19%
	Dietary Fiber	10.9 g	39%
	Total Sugars	6.8 g
Protein		12.7 g	25%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		80 mg	6%
Iron		3.2 mg	18%
Potassium		843 mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 368 cal (19.3%%)

Protein: 302 cal (15.9%%)

Carbs: 1232 cal (64.8%%)