Black Bean Pottage

Dive into the comforting, hearty goodness of Black Bean Pottage, a soul-warming dish that combines the earthy richness of tender black beans with vibrant vegetables and bold, smoky spices. Perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and coriander, this velvety pottage comes to life with a base of diced tomatoes and savory vegetable broth, simmered to perfection. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lime, it’s a wholesome, plant-based dish that’s as filling as it is flavorful. Ideal for make-ahead meals or cozy weeknight dinners, this easy recipe is naturally gluten-free and packed with protein, making it a nourishing choice for everyone at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried black beans
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 1 medium Celery stalk, diced
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 14-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 whole Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 whole Lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried black beans thoroughly under cold water. Place them in a large bowl and cover with water. Let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, and dried oregano to the pot. Stir well to toast the spices, about 1 minute.

Step 7

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and stir to combine. Let cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Add the soaked and drained black beans to the pot, followed by the vegetable broth and bay leaf.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 60-75 minutes, or until the beans are tender.

Step 10

Season the pottage with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well and let it simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes to thicken.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 12

Ladle the black bean pottage into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Step 13

Serve with lime wedges on the side for a bright, citrusy finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1068.4 grams (1068.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	821

Total Fat 43.70g	56%
Saturated Fat 7.70g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.50g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 3474mg	151%
Total Carbohydrate 92.50g	34%
Dietary Fiber 34.90g	125%
Total Sugars 24.00g
Protein 25.40g	51%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 388mg	30%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 2488mg	53%

*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: 45.5%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 42.8%