Mexican Lime Bean Soup

Bright, zesty, and comforting, this Mexican Lime Bean Soup is a one-pot wonder that blends hearty white beans with vibrant citrus and smoky spices. Perfect for warming up on chilly nights or elevating your weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make soup is packed with aromatic sautéed onions, garlic, and jalapeño, infused with ground cumin and smoked paprika, and finished with a fresh burst of lime juice and zest. Its creamy-yet-chunky texture is achieved with a quick blitz of an immersion blender, making it both satisfying and wholesome. Garnish with fresh cilantro, crispy tortilla strips, or creamy avocado for a deliciously authentic twist. Ready in under an hour, this vegan and gluten-free recipe is a simple, healthy way to bring bold Mexican flavors to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 seeded and finely chopped jalapeño
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3 cups (rinsed and drained) canned white beans
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons (freshly squeezed) lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 1 small bunch, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 optional, cut into strips corn tortillas
• 1 optional, diced for garnish avocado

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the garlic and jalapeño, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground cumin and smoked paprika, stirring to coat the aromatics in the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the white beans and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Use an immersion blender to purée about half of the soup for a creamy texture, while still leaving some beans whole. Alternatively, remove 2-3 cups of the soup, blend in a blender, and return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh lime juice, lime zest, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Let the soup simmer on low heat for an additional 5 minutes to incorporate the lime flavor.

Step 10

Serve hot, topped with fresh cilantro. Optionally, garnish with tortilla strips, diced avocado, or a wedge of lime for extra zest.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2380.4 grams (2380.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2077

Total Fat 60.60g	78%
Saturated Fat 10.20g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7623mg	331%
Total Carbohydrate 311.30g	113%
Dietary Fiber 71.00g	254%
Total Sugars 40.10g
Protein 92.20g	184%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 775mg	60%
Iron 25mg	137%
Potassium 6451mg	137%

*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: 25.3%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 57.7%