Healthy Black Bean Soup with Turkey Sausage

Warm, hearty, and packed with nourishing ingredients, this Healthy Black Bean Soup with Turkey Sausage is the ultimate one-pot meal for a cozy dinner. Featuring protein-rich black beans, savory turkey sausage, and a medley of fresh vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, this soup is both flavorful and wholesome. A fragrant blend of spices—including cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder—adds depth, while fresh lime juice and cilantro lend a zesty finish. Quick to prepare in just under an hour, this low-sodium, high-protein recipe is perfect for meal prep or feeding a hungry family. Serve it with creamy avocado and extra cilantro for a vibrant, satisfying dish that’s naturally gluten-free and bursting with bold, Southwestern-inspired flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces turkey sausage (casing removed)
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 1 large carrot (chopped)
• 1 large celery stalk (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 3 15-ounce cans canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes (with their juices)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, plus more for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium avocado (optional, diced for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the turkey sausage and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, chopped carrot, and chopped celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth, black beans, and diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, blend a portion of the soup directly in the pot to create a slightly thicker texture. If you don't have an immersion blender, transfer 2 cups of the soup to a regular blender, puree it, and return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3649.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2608.8

Total Fat 109.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 238.1mg	0%
Sodium 8011.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 282.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 99.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.8g
Protein 139.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 808.6mg	0%
Iron 28.9mg	0%
Potassium 6312.5mg	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: 36.9%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 42.2%