Chili's Black Bean Soup

Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, Chili's Black Bean Soup is the perfect comfort food that balances bold spices with wholesome, nutritious ingredients. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender black beans, aromatic vegetables, and a smoky blend of cumin, smoked paprika, and coriander, all simmered to perfection in a rich broth. A splash of lime juice adds a bright, tangy finish, while optional toppings like fresh cilantro and creamy sour cream elevate each bowl into a restaurant-quality experience. Ready in just 45 minutes, this gluten-free soup is an ideal choice for a weeknight meal or meal prep. Pair it with crusty bread or tortilla chips for a satisfying and soul-warming dish that will have your family asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 medium celery stalk, diced
• 4 cups black beans, canned (undrained)
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.

Step 3

Add the black beans along with their liquid, chicken or vegetable broth, and tomato paste to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup gently simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender, blend part of the soup directly in the pot until it reaches your desired consistency. If you don't have an immersion blender, carefully transfer 2 cups of the soup to a blender, purée until smooth, and then return it to the pot.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm with crusty bread or tortilla chips on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2133.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1354.5

Total Fat 40.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 15mg	0%
Sodium 8499.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.4g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 67.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 603.9mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 3693.2mg	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: 26.0%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 54.7%