Smoky Black Bean and Ham Soup
Dive into a comforting bowl of Smoky Black Bean and Ham Soup, a hearty and flavor-packed dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. This vibrant recipe combines tender black beans, smoky diced ham, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, all simmered in a rich broth infused with smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano. With a touch of lime juice and fresh cilantro for a bright finish, this soup achieves the perfect balance of smoky, savory, and fresh flavors. Ready in just an hour and featuring a thick, satisfying texture thanks to a quick blending step, this one-pot wonder is both nourishing and easy to prepare. Whether served as a main course or alongside crusty bread, this soup promises to become your next comfort-food favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups black beans (canned or soaked/dried)
- 1.5 cups ham, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (optional, for serving)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced ham to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables and spices.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the black beans. Simmer the soup for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the bay leaf and use a ladle to transfer about 2 cups of the soup to a blender. Blend until smooth, then return the puréed mixture to the pot for a thicker consistency.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Serve the soup hot with a squeeze of lime juice and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.4 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 188 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 12761 mg | 555% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.1 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.8 g | 231% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 147.9 g | 296% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 593 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 4553 mg | 97% | |
*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.
