Panera Bread Black Bean Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Panera Bread-inspired Black Bean Soup, a hearty and satisfying vegan dish packed with protein-rich black beans and wholesome vegetables like onions, celery, carrots, and garlic. This recipe blends robust spices like cumin, chili powder, and oregano with a base of vegetable broth to create a flavorful, restaurant-quality soup in just 45 minutes. Perfectly balanced with a touch of smoothness from optional blending while keeping a delightful texture, this comforting soup is a healthy, one-pot meal that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and a burst of freshness, and pair it with crusty bread for the ultimate cozy meal. Whether you're meal prepping or enjoying it fresh, this black bean soup is a must-try for fans of nourishing, homemade comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Onion
• 4 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 stalks, diced Celery
• 1 large, diced Carrot
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 4 cans (15 ounces each), drained and rinsed Black beans
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, celery, and carrot to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the cumin, chili powder, and oregano, and cook for 1 more minute to toast the spices.

Step 4

Add the drained and rinsed black beans to the pot, followed by the vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender, puree the soup slightly if you prefer a thicker consistency, leaving some beans whole for texture. Alternatively, transfer half of the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and stir it back into the pot.

Step 7

Taste the soup, then season with salt and black pepper as desired.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro (optional), and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2939.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2182.0

Total Fat 50.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8768.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 336.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 109.9g	0%
Total Sugars 37.0g
Protein 112.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1036.5mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 2305.6mg	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: 20.2%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 59.8%