Black Bean Blender Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Whip up a comforting and flavorful bowl of Black Bean Blender Soup in just 20 minutes! This quick and easy recipe combines hearty cooked black beans, tangy diced tomatoes, fragrant spices like cumin and smoked paprika, and a hint of fresh lime juice for a perfectly balanced, creamy soup made right in your blender. With minimal prep and no fancy equipment required, this one-pot wonder is an ideal weeknight dinner or satisfying lunch. Garnish with fresh cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, or crunchy tortilla chips for added texture and flair. Whether you’re looking for a vegan-friendly (omit the sour cream) or gluten-free meal, this versatile soup will be your new go-to. Simple, wholesome, and bursting with bold flavor, Black Bean Blender Soup fits seamlessly into any busy lifestyle!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 3 cups cooked black beans
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 1 small yellow onion
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Peel and roughly chop the yellow onion and garlic cloves.

2. In a blender, combine the black beans, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, chopped onion, garlic cloves, ground cumin, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

3. Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Stop to scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.

4. Once blended, transfer the soup to a medium-sized saucepan and heat over medium heat. Stir occasionally and cook for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.

5. Remove the soup from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice.

6. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more salt or pepper to your preference.

7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, or crushed tortilla chips if desired.

8. Serve warm and enjoy your quick and delicious Black Bean Blender Soup!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (419.8g)

Calories		500
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		15.5 g	20%
	Saturated Fat	2.9 g	15%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.8 g
Cholesterol		5 mg	2%
Sodium		964 mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate		73.5 g	27%
	Dietary Fiber	19.3 g	69%
	Total Sugars	5.5 g
Protein		20.6 g	41%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		127 mg	10%
Iron		5.5 mg	30%
Potassium		1062 mg	23%

*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: 561 cal (27.2%%)

Protein: 330 cal (16.0%%)

Carbs: 1172 cal (56.8%%)