Southwestern Bean Soup

Warm up with a bowl of hearty Southwestern Bean Soup, a flavor-packed, nutrient-rich dish perfect for cozy weeknights or casual gatherings. This one-pot wonder combines tender black beans and pinto beans with vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, corn, and jalapeño, all simmered in a bold broth infused with smoky paprika, chili powder, and cumin. Finished with a splash of fresh lime juice and optional cilantro for a zesty kick, this soup is as easy to make as it is delicious, taking just 45 minutes from prep to table. Whether served with cornbread, tortilla chips, or a crisp side salad, this vegan and gluten-free recipe delivers satisfying Southwestern flavors in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 small, diced (seeds removed for less heat if desired) jalapeño
• 2 15-ounce cans, rinsed and drained canned black beans
• 2 15-ounce cans, rinsed and drained canned pinto beans
• 1 15-ounce can, with juice canned diced tomatoes
• 1.5 cups (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained) corn kernels
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon (freshly squeezed) lime juice
• 0.25 cup (roughly chopped, optional for garnish) fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, garlic, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and jalapeño. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the black beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), corn, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Then, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

After simmering, taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or spices if needed.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the lime juice.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy with cornbread, tortilla chips, or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3794.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2918.8

Total Fat 61.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.8g
Cholesterol 8.5mg	0%
Sodium 10224.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 481.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 160.6g	0%
Total Sugars 62.0g
Protein 148.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1089.3mg	0%
Iron 50.4mg	0%
Potassium 10610.1mg	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: 18.0%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 62.6%