Good Seasons Black Bean and Rice Soup

Warm up with the hearty and flavorful Good Seasons Black Bean and Rice Soup, a comforting dish bursting with bold spices and wholesome ingredients. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender black beans, fluffy rice, and a medley of sautéed vegetables in a richly seasoned broth, enhanced by the zesty kick of Good Seasons Italian Dressing mix. A touch of cumin, chili powder, and fresh lime juice elevate the flavors, while fresh cilantro adds a vibrant, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this vegetarian soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, and can be customized with optional toppings like creamy avocado, shredded cheese, or crunchy tortilla strips. With its satisfying mix of protein, fiber, and aromatic spices, this black bean and rice soup is a delicious and nutritious way to please the whole family!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 stalk celery, diced
• 3 cups cooked black beans
• 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 packet Good Seasons Italian Dressing mix
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0 optional toppings: diced avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, tortilla strips

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 celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the cooked black beans, cooked rice, and vegetable broth.

Step 4

Add the Good Seasons Italian Dressing mix, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Stir in the lime juice and fresh cilantro just before serving.

Step 7

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with optional toppings like diced avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream, or tortilla strips, if desired.

Step 8

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2528.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1983.7

Total Fat 54.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5018.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 305.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 73.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.9g
Protein 80.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 491.8mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 5462.2mg	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: 23.9%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 60.1%