Black Bean Chili Soup
Warm, hearty, and packed with bold flavors, this Black Bean Chili Soup is the ultimate comfort food for any season. Featuring a vibrant medley of wholesome ingredients like black beans, sweet corn, and smoky spices, this one-pot wonder strikes the perfect balance between savory and satisfying. A touch of lime juice adds a zesty kick, while optional toppings like creamy avocado and fresh cilantro provide a burst of freshness with every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this vegan-friendly recipe is not only quick and easy to make but also loaded with protein and fiber, making it a nourishing choice for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Whether you're a chili lover or new to plant-based dishes, this black bean soup will quickly become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 30 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 medium avocado, sliced (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, vegetable broth, and corn kernels to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Season with salt and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to lightly mash some of the black beans in the pot to slightly thicken the soup (this step is optional).
Stir in the lime juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and sliced avocado if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1068 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| 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.
