Vegan Black Bean Soup with Cilantro

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and wholesome Vegan Black Bean Soup with Cilantro, a recipe brimming with zesty flavors and nutrient-rich ingredients. Infused with earthy cumin, smoky paprika, and a bright squeeze of lime, this protein-packed soup offers a vibrant blend of tender black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and a medley of aromatic vegetables. The fresh cilantro adds a refreshing herby finish, while optional toppings like creamy avocado and crunchy tortilla chips elevate each spoonful. Perfect as a comforting weeknight dinner or meal prep favorite, this one-pot dish is ready in just 45 minutes and sure to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 stalk celery, diced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted, if possible)
• 3 15-ounce cans canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 medium lime, juiced
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium avocado (optional, for topping)
• 1 cup tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, black beans, vegetable broth, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf from the soup.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, purée the soup slightly until it reaches your desired consistency. You can also transfer a portion of the soup to a blender, blend, and return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Serve hot, optionally topped with sliced avocado and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2919.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2680.7

Total Fat 92.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6437.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 380.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 108.6g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 108.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 856.4mg	0%
Iron 33.4mg	0%
Potassium 6508.1mg	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: 29.9%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 54.6%