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A vibrant bowl of black bean soup with a smooth texture, topped with chopped cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, and a lime wedge on a rustic wooden table, with fresh ingredients like beans and herbs surrounding it.

Easy Black Bean Soup for Cozy Nights

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A delicious, hearty black bean soup made with fresh ingredients and simple spices for a comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream and lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add black beans, vegetable broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Use an immersion blender to blend part of the soup until smooth.
  7. Serve hot, topped with chopped cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Can be made vegan by omitting sour cream.
  • Best when served with warm crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Simmering, Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 210 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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