Black Bean Tomato Soup with Cilantro Lime Cream

Cozy up with a bowl of smoky, hearty Black Bean Tomato Soup with Cilantro Lime Cream, a vibrant dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring a base of fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, and aromatic vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, this soup is infused with bold flavors from cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. A partially blended texture provides a delightful mix of smoothness and chunkiness, making it satisfying for all palates. What elevates this soup to the next level is the tangy cilantro lime cream, a luscious topping made with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and zesty lime juice. Ready in just 45 minutes, this plant-based meal is perfect for busy weeknights and can be paired with crusty bread or tortilla chips for the ultimate comfort food experience. Whether you're looking for a gluten-free dinner or a flavorful soup packed with plant-based protein, this recipe checks all the boxes!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium (diced) carrot
• 1 diced celery stalk
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 14-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 2 15-ounce cans (drained and rinsed) black beans
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 cup (chopped, plus extra for garnish) fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, to toast the spices.

Step 4

Add the fire-roasted diced tomatoes, black beans, vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to blend the soup partially, leaving some texture. If you prefer a smoother soup, blend completely.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 8

To make the cilantro lime cream, combine the sour cream, chopped cilantro, and lime juice in a small bowl. Mix well.

Step 9

Serve the soup hot, topped with a dollop of cilantro lime cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1630.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1401.7

Total Fat 58.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 57.5mg	0%
Sodium 6052.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.6g	0%
Total Sugars 34.0g
Protein 56.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 729.1mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 1217.1mg	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: 36.2%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 48.4%