Hearty Black Bean Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Hearty Black Bean Soup, a flavorful, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings or anytime you need a nourishing meal. This recipe combines tender black beans, aromatic vegetables, and a blend of smoky spices like cumin and paprika for a rich and satisfying depth of flavor. Simmered to perfection with vegetable broth and finished with a hint of zesty lime juice, this one-pot wonder is a vegan and gluten-free crowd-pleaser that’s both wholesome and easy to make. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a vibrant touch or pair it with crusty bread for a complete meal. Ready in just 50 minutes, this black bean soup recipe is a quick, nutritious option for busy weeknights while still delivering bold, hearty flavors that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 3 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and optional cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the black beans, vegetable broth, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Remove and discard the bay leaf.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup slightly to thicken it while leaving some texture. Alternatively, transfer about 2 cups of the soup to a blender, puree, and then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice and adjust seasonings to taste, adding more salt or black pepper if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2726 grams (2726.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1909

Total Fat 43.40g	56%
Saturated Fat 7.20g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4801mg	209%
Total Carbohydrate 299.90g	109%
Dietary Fiber 96.50g	345%
Total Sugars 31.80g
Protein 97.50g	195%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 784mg	60%
Iron 30mg	169%
Potassium 5891mg	125%

*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: 19.7%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 60.6%