Quick and Easy Black Bean Soup

Warm, hearty, and packed with robust flavors, this Quick and Easy Black Bean Soup is the perfect go-to meal when you're short on time but craving something comforting and nourishing. Made with pantry staples like canned black beans, diced tomatoes, and fragrant spices such as cumin and smoked paprika, this one-pot recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. A touch of lime juice and fresh cilantro brighten up the dish, while optional toppings like creamy avocado, crunchy tortilla chips, and tangy sour cream add extra layers of flavor and texture. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, this black bean soup is not only a wholesome family favorite but also a versatile dish that’s ideal for meal prep or weeknight dinners. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad to complete the experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3 15-ounce cans canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0 optional toppings: sour cream, avocado slices, shredded cheese, tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the black beans, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency. Alternatively, transfer half of the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and then return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the lime juice and freshly chopped cilantro, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, avocado slices, shredded cheese, or tortilla chips.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your Quick and Easy Black Bean Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1391.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	727.3

Total Fat 41.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 15mg	0%
Sodium 2909.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 20.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 269.4mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 2483.1mg	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: 48.8%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 40.6%