Quick Black Bean Soup

Warm up your weeknight meals with this Quick Black Bean Soup, a hearty and satisfying recipe that's ready in just 30 minutes. Bursting with bold flavors from earthy cumin, smoky paprika, and a bright splash of fresh lime juice, this soup is both comforting and zesty. Made with simple pantry staples like canned black beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth, it's a budget-friendly and protein-packed option perfect for busy days. Whether you blend it smooth or leave it textured for extra bite, this one-pot wonder is sure to please. Serve it with a garnish of chopped cilantro and creamy sour cream or yogurt for an added touch of freshness. Ideal for cozy dinners, meal prep, or as a quick vegetarian option, this black bean soup recipe is as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the black beans, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the soup until smooth, or leave some of it chunky if you prefer a textured soup.

Step 7

Stir in the fresh lime juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1980.2 grams (1980.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1327

Total Fat 29.90g	38%
Saturated Fat 7.20g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.50g
Cholesterol 15mg	5%
Sodium 5643mg	245%
Total Carbohydrate 206.70g	75%
Dietary Fiber 63.80g	228%
Total Sugars 26.10g
Protein 68.30g	137%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 533mg	41%
Iron 19mg	105%
Potassium 4088mg	87%

*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: 20.0%

Carbs: 60.4%