Best 17 Simple Black Bean Soup Recipes

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Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and satisfying soup to warm you up on a cold day, simple black bean soup is a great option. This classic soup is made with a few simple ingredients, such as black beans, onions, garlic, and spices, and can be easily tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, spicy or mild, there's sure to be a simple black bean soup recipe out there that's perfect for you.

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QUICK BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Quick and easy black bean soup. Substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth and omit sour cream to make vegetarian.

Provided by Jenny Wells

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Black Bean Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans chicken broth, divided
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
3 cups hot cooked rice
6 tablespoons sour cream, for topping

Steps:

  • Drain some of the liquid from 2 cans black beans.
  • Put 2 cans black beans, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, 1 cup chicken broth, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper into a blender and blend until smooth; pour into a saucepan and add remaining chicken broth and 1 can black beans. Place saucepan over medium heat, bring mixture to a simmer, and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Put 1/2 cup hot rice into each of 6 bowls. Ladle soup over rice and top with 1 tablespoon sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.2 calories, Carbohydrate 61.8 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 15.9 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 2176.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

EASY BLACK BEAN SOUP



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This soup is a favorite pantry meal for my family. Easy, easy, easy to make and nutritious. I got the recipe from the back of a soup can but have improvised this soup many times. Feel free to adjust seasonings as you like.

Provided by Tessa Morales

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 -3 cloves garlic
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans black beans
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper
1 small red onion, chopped fine
1/4 cup cilantro, coarsely chopped or finely chopped (whatever you prefer)

Steps:

  • Saute onion in olive oil.
  • When onion becomes translucent, add cumin.
  • Cook 30 seconds, then add garlic and cook for another 30 to 60 seconds.
  • Add 1 can black beans and 2 cups vegetable broth.
  • Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • Turn off heat.
  • Using a hand blender, blend the ingredients in the pot, or transfer to a blender.
  • Add the second can of beans to the pot along with blended ingredients and bring to a simmer.
  • Serve soup with bowls of red onion and cilantro for garnish.
  • I add a bit of cilantro to the pot, too.
  • Can be doubled or frozen.

QUICK AND EASY BLACK BEAN SOUP



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All you need is a couple cans of beans, an onion, some bacon, and spices to whip up this simple but delicious soup.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Black Bean Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 slices bacon, chopped
1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth
pinch of dried oregano
pinch of cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt to taste
2 (14.5 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
14 ½ fluid ounces water
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅓ cup minced green onion
2 teaspoons sambal paste (or minced red chiles)
juice of 1 lime
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
3 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a cold pot. Turn heat to medium, cook and stir until the bacon is cooked but not crisp.
  • Stir in onion; cook and stir for 5 minutes, until the onion turns translucent and golden.
  • Stir in garlic; cook for 2-3 minutes. Add chicken stock, turn heat to medium-high. Stir in oregano, cayenne and salt. Add black beans and water. Return to a simmer.
  • Simmer on medium-low, stirring occasionally, for 20-30 minutes. While it's cooking, mash about half the beans to thicken the soup.
  • Stir in black pepper and cumin. Add salt to taste.
  • Make the relish by stirring together minced green onion, sambal paste, and lime juice.
  • Serve garnished with relish, chopped green onions, and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 19.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 15.9 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 1182.3 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Back in college, a great local cafe stayed opened into the wee hours ladling up their version of this stuff. The first time I slurped some of it down after midnight, I decided to make black bean soup my own tradition. Mine is hearty and smoky, and if it's lying around, I'll also throw in a can of beer for good taste and in keeping with the spirit of a good night on the town. Like the onion soup, you'll want to make this ahead of time so you're not faced with the prep-work when you and your friends just want to kick back and chow down after a long night. Using smoked bacon makes all the difference in the world because those beans are just begging for that rich, smoky flavor.

Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 slices bacon, finely chopped
2 medium onions, chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
6 garlic cloves, pressed
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups canned chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
4 (15 1/2-ounce) cans black beans, drained but not rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch cilantro
juice of 1/2 lime
Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish
Sour cream, for garnish
Grated cheddar, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put the bacon into a large heavy pot and place it over medium heat. Cook until it starts to give up its fat, about 4 minutes. Stir in the onions and cook, stirring, until they start to turn translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until you can smell it, about 1 minute. Add the broth, tomatoes, ketchup, Worcestershire, and chili powder. Stir in the beans, turn the heat to high and bring to a boil. Adjust the heat so the soup is bubbling gently and cook 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, pick off all the thick stems from the cilantro. Wash it and shake dry. Chop the cilantro coarsely and stir it into the soup when it has been simmering 10 minutes. cook until the soup is thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lime juice. Serve with the garnishes.

EASY BLACK BEAN SOUP



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A quick black bean soup.

Provided by FLOWER753

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Black Bean Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped white onions
1 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger
1 teaspoon chopped fresh garlic
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
¾ teaspoon allspice
⅛ teaspoon celery salt
3 cups vegetable broth
1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree
2 (16 ounce) cans refried black beans
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, and cook the onion until tender. Mix in ginger and garlic, and season with cayenne pepper, thyme, allspice, and celery salt. Pour in the broth. Mix in tomato puree, refried black beans, black pepper, and sugar. Cook and stir until heated through.
  • Mix the remaining black beans and lemon juice into the soup. Continue cooking until heated through. Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 731.4 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

HOME-STYLE BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Blending some of the beans gives this soup just the right consistency. (After rinsing your blender container, remember to leave it out for the Peachy Fruit Smoothies!)-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cups chicken broth, divided
3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Minced fresh cilantro, parsley, sour cream and/or tortilla chips, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil for 2-3 minutes or until tender., In a blender, combine 1/2 cup chicken broth and 1 can beans; cover and process until smooth. Add to onion mixture., Stir in the tomatoes, cumin, garlic salt, remaining beans and remaining broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with cilantro, parsley, sour cream and tortilla chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 786mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CONTEST-WINNING BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Black bean soup recipes are among my favorite because they're light and it most of the time don't contain meat. For this recipe, you could add lean beef or chicken for a variation. -Angee Owens, Lufkin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided
3 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with green peppers and onions, undrained
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash 1 can black beans; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute the celery, onion, red pepper and jalapeno in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Stir in the broth, tomatoes, cumin, coriander, hot sauce, pepper, bay leaf, mashed black beans and remaining whole beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Discard bay leaf. Stir in lime juice. Garnish each serving with 1 tablespoon sour cream and 1-1/2 teaspoons green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK BLACK BEAN SOUP



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"My mother is a native of Cuba and cooks the best black bean soup anywhere, but her recipe is complicated and takes 2 days to complete. I came up with this faster version, and I think the results are excellent!" writes Ileana Sisson from Osteen, Florida.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained and divided
1-1/2 cups water
1 cup chicken broth
1 medium green pepper, sliced
1/2 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons red wine or additional chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash 1 can black beans until smooth; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients and remaining can of beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 10-15 minutes. Add mashed beans, stirring to combine. Discard bay leaf before serving.

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CLASSIC BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Enjoy your dinner with this black bean soup - perfect for a tasty meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 cups dried black beans, sorted, rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups chopped onions (3 large)
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14 oz each) vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon red pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place beans and enough water to cover beans by 2 inches. Heat to boiling; boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 1 hour. Drain beans; set aside.
  • In 3- or 4-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook 3 cups onions and the bell pepper in oil 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Add cumin, oregano and garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add drained beans, broth and water. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Partially cover; simmer 1 hour 30 minutes or until beans are tender. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
  • In blender, place half of bean mixture. Cover; blend on high speed until smooth. Return pureed soup to remaining soup in pan. Stir in lime juice, pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Serve with cheese, finely chopped onion, sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 11 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg

HOMEMADE BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Here's an economical meal that doesn't skimp on flavor. Hearty black beans make up for the meat, and the peppers add just the right splash of color.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound dried black beans
6 cups chicken broth
4 cups water
1-1/2 cups chopped onions
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 large carrot, chopped
1/2 cup each chopped green, sweet red and yellow peppers
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt, optional
Chopped tomato, optional

Steps:

  • Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 to 4 hours or until beans are softened. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid., Return beans to pan; add broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until the beans are almost tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onions, celery, carrot, peppers and garlic in oil until tender. Add the tomato paste, herbs and seasonings to the bean mixture. Add the sauteed vegetables; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender. Discard bay leaves. Garnish with chopped tomato if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

BLACK BEAN SOUP FROM SCRATCH



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This black bean soup from scratch is delish.

Provided by Ashley Borgemenke

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Black Bean Soup Recipes

Time 12h50m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound dry black beans
3 quarts water
2 cubes chicken bouillon
½ small onion, roughly chopped
½ small green bell pepper, stemmed and seeded
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon minced onion, or to taste

Steps:

  • Wash beans; place into a 6-quart stockpot with water to cover and let soak for 8 hours.
  • Rinse and drain beans. Bring drained beans, 3 quarts water, and chicken bouillon to a boil in the pot over high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 3 hours. Do not drain.
  • Blend onion and bell pepper in a food processor until smooth.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute garlic in the hot oil for 1 minute. Add onion mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for 4 minutes. Stir mixture into beans. Add sugar, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let simmer, uncovered, until beans are tender and soup is thickened, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Garnish with minced onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 0.2 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 678.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

EASY AND SUPER DELICIOUS BLACK BEAN SOUP



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This black bean soup is not only super delicious, it's also super quick to make and requires very few ingredients! A favorite for my whole family.

Provided by theveghead

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Black Bean Soup Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup mild salsa
½ cup vegetable broth
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon sour cream, or to taste

Steps:

  • Thoroughly mash black beans in a small bowl. Stir salsa into the beans; transfer mixture to a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Pour vegetable broth into the saucepan; stir. Bring the liquid to a simmer and cook until the liquid reduces slightly and thickens to your preferred texture, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Season the soup with salt. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the soup and stir to melt. Continue to cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes more. Divide between 2 bowls and top each portion with a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 15.9 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 1701.7 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

BLACK BEAN SOUP FROM DRIED BEANS



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Hillbilly Housewife website. This recipe is not hard, but it does take a little bit of time for the beans to cook.

Provided by Orions Wife

Categories     Black Beans

Time 10h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb dried black beans
3 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 -6 carrots, sliced
4 stalks celery, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
6 chicken bouillon cubes
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot,soak the beans in 2 quarts of cold water overnight, or in 2 quarts of boiling water for an hour or two.
  • After soaking, or the next day, drain the beans and cover them with fresh water.
  • Bring the beans to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce the heat. You want the beans to simmer gently for most of the cooking process.
  • Cover the pot and simmer the beans for an hour.
  • Add more water, if needed, to keep the beans covered.
  • Taste the beans after an hour and see if they are tender.
  • If they are, then you can add the vegetables now; if not, let them cook another 30 minutes and try again.
  • When the beans are perfectly tender add the vegetable oil, chopped vegetables and seasonings.
  • Taste and add salt if you think it needs it.
  • Put the lid back on and simmer the soup for another 30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
  • The soup will be rich and dark with vibrant colors from the vegetables peeking through.
  • When everything is tender, it's ready to serve.

BEST BLACK BEAN SOUP



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This American classic can be a perfect dish: big-tasting, filling, nutritious, easy and very possibly vegetarian. With their rich natural broth, turtle beans do not need bacon, ham or any meat ingredient to make a satisfying soup. Black bean soup recipes have a tendency to turn out sludgy or bland, but the trick here is to season generously, and purée sparingly. The beans should be swimming in liquid, not sitting in sludge: The more beans are puréed, the more starch is released into the soup. For flavor, this recipe deploys marinated chipotle chiles, but a tablespoon each of ground cumin and ground coriander make a good heat-free substitute. (A note: Since there is acid from the wine here, if your tap water is hard there might be a reaction that will prevent the beans from softening. To be safe, add the wine later, along with the stock. And if there is any question about the hardness of your water, use distilled.)

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 2h

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 small (7-ounce) can chipotle chiles in adobo (see note)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 onions, peeled and chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup red wine
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped
1 pound dry black beans (do not soak)
2 quarts mild vegetable or chicken stock
1 tablespoon dried oregano, preferably Mexican
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Red wine vinegar, to taste
1 small red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
Freshly squeezed juice of 2 limes
Salt
Sour cream or Mexican crema
Whole cilantro leaves
Thinly sliced fresh chiles
Sliced avocado

Steps:

  • Empty the can of chiles into a blender or food processor. Purée until smooth, scrape into a container, and set aside. Put on a teakettle of water to boil, and keep hot.
  • In a large, heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add carrots, onions and garlic and cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Pour in wine and let simmer until pan is almost dry and vegetables are coated. Add jalapeños and cook, stirring, just until softened, 2 minutes. Push the vegetables out to the edges of the pot and dollop 2 teaspoons of chipotle purée in the center. Let fry for a minute and then stir together with the vegetables.
  • Add beans, stock, oregano and bay leaves. Stir, bring to a boil, and let boil 10 to 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, partly covered, stirring occasionally and adding hot water as needed to keep the soup liquid and runny, not sludgy. Continue cooking until beans are just softened and fragrant, 1 to 2 hours. Add salt and pepper and keep cooking until beans are soft.
  • Meanwhile, make the pickled onions, if using: In a bowl, combine sliced onions, lime juice and a sprinkling of salt. Let soften at room temperature until crunchy and tart, about 30 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Squeeze dry in paper towels and refrigerate until ready to serve. If desired, chop coarsely before serving.
  • Adjust the texture of the soup: The goal is to combine whole beans, soft chunks and a velvety broth. Some beans release enough starch while cooking to produce a thick broth without puréeing. If soup seems thin, use an immersion blender or blender to purée a small amount of the beans until smooth, then stir back in. Continue until desired texture is reached, keeping in mind that the soup will continue to thicken as it sits.
  • Heat the soup through, taste and adjust the seasonings with salt, pepper, drops of red wine vinegar and dabs of chipotle purée.
  • Serve in deep bowls, garnishing each serving with sour cream, pickled onions, cilantro leaves, sliced chiles and avocado as desired.

HEALTHY & HEARTY BLACK BEAN SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, onion, celery, carrot, red bell pepper, garlic, jalapeño pepper, salt, pepper, cumin, black beans, vegetable stock, bay leaf, avocado, queso fresco, fresh cilantro, tortilla chip

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons cumin
60 oz black beans, 4 cans, drained, rinsed
4 cups vegetable stock
1 bay leaf
avocado, chopped, to serve
queso fresco, crumbled, to serve
fresh cilantro, chopped, to serve
tortilla chip, crumbled, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large stock-pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat until the oil begins to shimmer.
  • Add onions, celery, carrot, and bell pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften.
  • Add garlic, salt, and pepper, and continue to cook for an additional 10 minutes until vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent.
  • Add cumin, black beans, vegetable stock, and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
  • Cover the pot and cook over low heat for 30 minutes until the beans are very tender.
  • Remove the bay leaf. Transfer about 4 cups (900 g) of the soup to a blender and puree until smooth, being careful not to splatter hot soup all over yourself and kitchen.
  • Pour blended soup back into the pot and mix to incorporate.
  • Keep over low heat until ready to serve. Garnish with fresh avocado, queso fresco, chopped cilantro, and tortilla chips.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 865 calories, Carbohydrate 89 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 14 grams

SIMPLE BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Frin Spring Hill, Tennessee, Cynthia Lepoutre relates, "I serve this simple soup with homemade bread and a green salad, and the compliments just keep pouring out of my husband."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Dash cayenne pepper
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons of broth over medium heat until onion is tender. Stir in the oregano, thyme, cumin and cayenne; cook for 1 minute. In a blender or food processor, cover and process half of the beans for 30 seconds; add to saucepan with the remaining beans and broth. Cook, uncovered, over low heat for 15 minutes or until heated through.

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EASY AND QUICK BLACK BEAN SOUP



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This is a quick and easy soup with a little spice. Great over brown rice or with a simple salad.

Provided by mmr

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Black Bean Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
½ yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, undrained
¾ cup chicken broth
¼ cup orange juice
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute celery, carrot, onion, and garlic in hot oil until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir black beans, chicken broth, orange juice, cayenne pepper, and chili powder with the vegetables in the pot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the carrots are soft, about 15 minutes.
  • Ladle about half the solids into a blender. Add enough liquid so the solids are completely submerged. Hold lid in place and pulse blender a few times before leaving on to puree. Return pureed mixture to pot and stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.6 g, Cholesterol 0.9 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 16.5 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1033.2 mg, Sugar 4 g

Tips:

  • Use dried beans for the best flavor and texture. Dried beans are more flavorful and have a better texture than canned beans. If you use dried beans, be sure to soak them for at least 8 hours before cooking.
  • Don't overcook the beans. Overcooked beans will become mushy and lose their flavor. Cook the beans until they are just tender, but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Use a variety of spices to flavor the soup. Black bean soup is a great way to use up leftover spices. Add cumin, chili powder, oregano, and garlic to the soup for a flavorful broth.
  • Top the soup with your favorite toppings. Black bean soup is delicious served with sour cream, avocado, salsa, or cheese. You can also add a dollop of guacamole or Pico de Gallo for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Black bean soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is a great way to use up leftover beans and spices, and it can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it mild or spicy, vegetarian or with meat, there is a black bean soup recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give black bean soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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