Easy Black Bean Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful *Easy Black Bean Soup*, a quick and nutrient-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. This vegetarian soup combines pantry staples like canned black beans, diced tomatoes, and aromatic spices, creating a robust and smoky flavor profile with hints of cumin, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne for a touch of heat. Ready in just 35 minutes, it features a simple blending technique to achieve a perfectly creamy yet chunky texture. Brightened with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and garnished with cilantro or a dollop of sour cream, this one-pot dish is as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Perfect for a gluten-free dinner or a comforting lunch, this black bean soup is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 3 15-ounce cans canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
• 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the black beans, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Using a blender or an immersion blender, blend a portion of the soup (about 1/3 or 1/2) until smooth to thicken the texture. Be careful with hot liquids while blending.

Step 7

Return the blended portion to the pot and stir well to combine. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice just before serving for a bright, fresh flavor.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2611.1 grams (2611.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1844

Total Fat 46.30g	59%
Saturated Fat 9.90g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 15mg	5%
Sodium 6426mg	279%
Total Carbohydrate 276.50g	101%
Dietary Fiber 89.60g	320%
Total Sugars 27.70g
Protein 94.00g	188%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 718mg	55%
Iron 30mg	165%
Potassium 5417mg	115%

*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: 21.9%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 58.3%