Best Black Bean Soup
Hearty black bean soup with warm spices and optional creamy texture.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne optional
- 3 15 oz cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lime juice or apple cider vinegar
- Optional Garnishes:
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped cilantro
- Avocado slices
- Tortilla strips or chips
Instructions
- Sauté onion and pepper.
- Bloom spices with garlic.
- Add beans, broth, and tomatoes; simmer.
- Blend partially if desired.
- Season, finish with lime, and serve.
Notes
- Rinse beans well
- Blend to your preferred texture
- Add acid at the end
- Freezer-friendly