Surprisingly Good Refried Bean Soup

Warm up with a bowl of "Surprisingly Good Refried Bean Soup," a simple yet flavor-packed recipe that will elevate your weeknight dinner game. This hearty, 30-minute soup combines the creamy goodness of refried beans with the zesty kick of diced tomatoes and green chilies, all brought together by fragrant spices like cumin and smoked paprika. Sweet bursts of corn kernels and a splash of lime juice add brightness, while a garnish of fresh cilantro takes the dish to the next level. Perfect for busy nights, this vegetarian soup is easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or warm tortillas. Plus, it’s a great way to turn pantry staples into a satisfying, comforting meal packed with bold flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

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
• 2 cups canned refried beans
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cup chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the refried beans and vegetable broth to the pot. Whisk everything together until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies and the frozen corn kernels.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve hot with your choice of bread or tortillas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2190.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1140.1

Total Fat 22.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5188.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.7g	0%
Total Sugars 44.4g
Protein 54.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402.6mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 4817.0mg	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: 16.4%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 65.5%