Black Bean and Onion Soup Mexicana Style

Warm up your weeknight dinners with this richly flavorful Black Bean and Onion Soup Mexicana Style—a comforting and protein-packed recipe that’s bursting with vibrant, smoky spices and zesty lime juice. This hearty soup features tender black beans simmered with sautéed onions, garlic, and a blend of cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder for an authentic Mexican-inspired kick. Diced tomatoes and vegetable broth lay the foundation for a wholesome, aromatic base, while fresh cilantro and lime juice brighten every spoonful. Whether you choose to enjoy it as a chunky soup or blend it for a smoother texture, this recipe is fully customizable, with optional toppings like creamy diced avocado, crispy crushed tortilla chips, and extra cilantro. Ready in just 45 minutes, this nutrient-dense soup is perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner that’s both satisfying and vegan-friendly.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups (cooked or canned) black beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (finely chopped) yellow onion
• 3 (minced) garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 cup (canned, no added salt) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, plus extra for garnish) fresh cilantro
• 1 (juiced) lime
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (optional, diced for garnish) avocado
• 1 cup (optional, crushed for garnish) tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Stir in the cooked black beans and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Optional: Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some of the beans intact for a chunky texture. Alternatively, blend half the soup in a blender and return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with diced avocado, crushed tortilla chips, and additional cilantro, if desired.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your Black Bean and Onion Soup Mexicana Style!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2035.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1318.9

Total Fat 31.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5032.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 62.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 675.6mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 2431.0mg	0%

*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: 20.6%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 61.1%