Healthy Black Bean Soup
Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, this Healthy Black Bean Soup is the ultimate comfort food with a nutritious twist. Packed with protein-rich black beans, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, this one-pot recipe delivers a smoky, savory depth that’s perfect for any day of the week. Finished with a bright splash of lime juice and fresh cilantro, this gluten-free and vegan soup strikes the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Whether you keep it chunky or blend it to a creamy consistency, it’s ready in just 45 minutes and makes a satisfying meal on its own or paired with a side of crusty bread. Don’t forget to top it with creamy avocado slices for an optional garnish that takes it to the next level. This black bean soup recipe is as healthy as it is irresistible, making it a go-to for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Carrots, diced
- 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 4 cups Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes (canned)
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 piece Avocado, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
Add the black beans, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf from the pot. If desired, use an immersion blender to puree a portion of the soup to your preferred consistency, leaving some texture.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
Stir in the lime juice and chopped fresh cilantro just before serving.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with sliced avocado if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.1 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7179 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.4 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 94.8 g | 339% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 88.0 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 751 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 28.7 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 6404 mg | 136% | |
*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.
