Quick Black Bean Soup
Warm up your weeknight meals with this Quick Black Bean Soup, a hearty and satisfying recipe that's ready in just 30 minutes. Bursting with bold flavors from earthy cumin, smoky paprika, and a bright splash of fresh lime juice, this soup is both comforting and zesty. Made with simple pantry staples like canned black beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth, it's a budget-friendly and protein-packed option perfect for busy days. Whether you blend it smooth or leave it textured for extra bite, this one-pot wonder is sure to please. Serve it with a garnish of chopped cilantro and creamy sour cream or yogurt for an added touch of freshness. Ideal for cozy dinners, meal prep, or as a quick vegetarian option, this black bean soup recipe is as versatile as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 15-ounce cans canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or plain yogurt (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the black beans, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the soup until smooth, or leave some of it chunky if you prefer a textured soup.
Stir in the fresh lime juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1327 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.9 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 5643 mg | 245% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.7 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.8 g | 228% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.1 g | ||
| Protein | 68.3 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 533 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 4088 mg | 87% | |
*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.
