Smokey Black Bean Soup

Dive into the bold, smoky flavors of this hearty Smokey Black Bean Soup, a comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Packed with protein-rich black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and a touch of chipotle peppers in adobo, this soup boasts a deeply satisfying, smoky-spiced profile enhanced by aromatic smoked paprika and cumin. The silky yet chunky texture is achieved with a partial blend, making every spoonful indulgently creamy yet satisfyingly rustic. Brightened with fresh lime juice and garnished with cilantro, sour cream, or crispy tortilla chips, this one-pot wonder is ready in just 45 minutes and is naturally vegan (with dairy-free toppings) and gluten-free. Ideal for cozy evenings or a flavorful meal that tastes even better the next day, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 4 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 14-ounce can fire-roasted tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons sour cream or coconut cream (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the black beans, vegetable broth, fire-roasted tomatoes, and minced chipotle peppers to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup 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, blend the soup partially to achieve a thicker consistency while still leaving some whole beans for texture. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can transfer half of the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, a dollop of sour cream or coconut cream (if using), and a side of tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2725.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2338.2

Total Fat 74.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 15mg	0%
Sodium 8060.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 342.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 86.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.4g
Protein 93.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 774.1mg	0%
Iron 29.6mg	0%
Potassium 5686.6mg	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: 27.9%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 56.7%