Santa Fe Black Bean Gazpacho

Dive into the bold, refreshing flavors of Santa Fe with this Black Bean Gazpacho, a chilled soup that's as vibrant as it is satisfying! Packed with protein-rich black beans, garden-fresh vegetables like ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell peppers, this recipe embodies the essence of summer in every spoonful. A zesty lime-cumin dressing infuses the dish with Southwestern flair, while a hint of smoked paprika adds a subtle, earthy depth. Blending part of the soup creates a silky base while leaving chunks of veggies for a delightful texture contrast. Serve it perfectly chilled and topped with creamy avocado and crunchy crushed tortilla chips for a stunningly flavorful, no-cook meal or appetizer. This easy, healthy, and gluten-free recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it a go-to for busy weeknights or entertaining on warm days.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Black beans (canned, drained, and rinsed)
• 2 cups Tomatoes (ripe, diced)
• 1 cup Cucumber (peeled, deseeded, and diced)
• 1 cup Red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
• 1 piece Jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Cumin (ground)
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 cups Vegetable broth (chilled)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 piece Avocado (diced, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Tortilla chips (crushed, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the black bean and vegetable mixture, tossing well to combine.

Step 4

Add the chilled vegetable broth to the mixture and stir gently. Adjust seasoning, if needed, with additional salt or lime juice.

Step 5

Transfer half of the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Return the blended mixture to the bowl and stir to combine. This will create a slightly thickened texture while maintaining chunks of veggies.

Step 6

Cover and refrigerate the gazpacho for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and chill thoroughly.

Step 7

Before serving, give the soup a good stir. Ladle into individual bowls and garnish with diced avocado and crushed tortilla chips for a crunchy and creamy topping.

Step 8

Serve cold and enjoy this refreshing Santa Fe Black Bean Gazpacho!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2314.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1533.8

Total Fat 77.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4607.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 452.0mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 4730.6mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 45.6%