Description
A hearty and flavorful black bean soup that’s incredibly easy to make and perfect for meal prepping. Packed with plant-based protein and fiber, it’s a comforting and wholesome dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (or more, to taste)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional additions: 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- For serving: lime wedges, chopped cilantro, sour cream or plain Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, avocado, tortilla chips
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
- 2. Add garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3. Pour in vegetable broth. Add black beans, diced tomatoes, and bay leaf. Add any optional spices.
- 4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- 5. Remove bay leaf. For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, or blend 2 cups and return to pot.
- 6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed.
Notes
Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal per serving (depending on additions and toppings)
- Sugar: 5-8g
- Sodium: Varies greatly based on broth and added salt/canned goods; aim for <600mg per serving if using low-sodium options.
- Fat: 5-8g
- Carbohydrates: 40-50g
- Fiber: 15-20g
- Protein: 12-15g