Black and White Mexican Bean Soup

Warm, hearty, and packed with bold flavors, this Black and White Mexican Bean Soup is a comforting dish that combines the richness of black beans and white beans with the smoky kick of fire-roasted tomatoes and zesty spices like cumin and smoked paprika. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot recipe comes together in just 45 minutes, delivering a wholesome, plant-based meal that's bursting with Mexican-inspired vibrancy. A touch of lime juice adds a tangy brightness, while optional garnishes like fresh cilantro and crunchy tortilla chips provide the perfect finishing touch. Whether you're looking for a vegetarian main or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this protein-packed soup offers a satisfying experience for your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 whole yellow onion, diced
• 3 whole garlic cloves, minced
• 1 whole jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 2 cups black beans, canned, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups white beans, canned, drained and rinsed
• 1 14-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, canned
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and jalapeño, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the black beans, white beans, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot, and stir to combine.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper, and stir well.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the lime juice.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot with tortilla chips on the side for dipping, or crumble them on top for added crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1849.3 grams (1849.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1692

Total Fat 68.30g	88%
Saturated Fat 10.10g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6245mg	272%
Total Carbohydrate 234.60g	85%
Dietary Fiber 44.00g	157%
Total Sugars 23.90g
Protein 55.10g	110%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 593mg	46%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 3571mg	76%

*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: 34.7%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 52.9%