Description
Warm your soul with this vibrant Southwest Black Bean Soup. Bursting with rich flavors from black beans, spices, and fresh vegetables, this hearty dish is a perfect companion for chilly evenings or gatherings. It’s quick to prepare and offers a delightful combination of textures that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans black beans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep vegetables: Wash and chop the onion and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté: In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions; cook until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add garlic and spices: Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Combine beans and broth: Add black beans and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Simmer: Lower heat and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Finish: Stir in lime juice before serving. Ladle into bowls, garnish with cilantro if desired, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg