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    Home » Recipes » Soups » Black Bean Soup

    Black Bean Soup

    Published: September 3, 2019 · Modified: Jan 13, 2023 by John Kanell

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    This warm and cozy Black Bean Soup recipe comes together in less than an hour. It’s a simple and healthy soup that uses everyday kitchen ingredients, so you can easily whip it up for dinner. You won’t believe how flavorful this soup is, and it’ll quickly become a family favorite.

    A bowl of black bean soup with sour cream and sliced avocado as garnish. A bowl of chips, lime wedges, and cilantro in the back.
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    Hearty and filling, this black bean soup comes together with humble ingredients but tastes fantastic. Thanks to the use of canned black beans, this soup comes together in under an hour, and odds are, you already have all the ingredients in your kitchen! It’s perfect for busy nights as it’s easy to make and nutritious. It’s also vegetarian and vegan friendly, so it’s perfect for any occasion.

    Even better, this soup tastes more flavorful the next day, so leftovers always taste great. You can whip up a large batch to enjoy for lunch throughout the week or double the recipe to freeze half of it for a later day. It’s such a wonderful recipe that everyone will enjoy. Make the meal even more hearty by serving it with one of my bread recipes such as my cornbread muffins recipe, garlic bread recipe, or dinner rolls recipe.

    What You Need to Make This Recipe

    Ingredients needed for black bean soup.

    Onion — I use a yellow onion but feel free to use whatever onion you have on hand.

    Carrots — chopped carrots add a subtle sweetness to the soup and also bulks up the soup.

    Seasoning — make sure your cumin and dried oregano are fresh and not stale for the best flavor.  

    Black beans — canned black beans keep this soup quick and easy. Make sure you rinse and drain the beans beforehand, as it helps remove the metallic flavor and a lot of the sodium.

    Broth — vegetable broth helps keep the soup flavorful and adds depth to the overall flavor.

    Lime juice — I highly recommend using fresh lime juice as it tastes the best. Bottled lime juice may leave a slightly bitter aftertaste. 

    How to Make Black Bean Soup

    Set of two photos showing onions, carrots, and spices added to a pot.

    1. In a medium Dutch oven, add the oil and warm over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.

    2. Add the garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook stirring constantly for 2 minutes.

    Set of two photos showing black beans and broth added to a pot.

    3. Add the black beans to the Dutch oven. 

    4. Add the broth and lime juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low. Cover, and simmer the soup for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    Set of two photos showing some of the soup being blended and added back to the pot.

    5. Ladle 2 cups of soup into a blender. With the blender vent open, blend the soup until smooth. You can also use an immersion stick blender to blend the soup. 

    6. Pour the blended soup back into the pot with the remaining soup. Cook, uncovered, until soup has thickened and reached the desired consistency, about 10 to 20 minutes more. (For a thicker soup, go the full 20 minutes.) Serve topped with avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.

    A bowl of black bean soup with a spoonful lifted up.

    Pro Tips for Making This Recipe

    • If you accidentally make the soup too thick, you can add more vegetable broth to thin it out.
    • Feel free to add extra vegetables from your fridge to the black bean soup! Spinach, zucchini, kale, celery, and peas make for a delicious addition.
    • For a spicier kick, add a diced and deseeded jalapeno pepper to the soup when you add the onions or a small pinch of cayenne pepper.
    • Pico de gallo, salsa, and guacamole also make great toppings for the soup. 
    A bowl of black bean soup with some tortilla chips, sliced avocado, sour cream, and cilantro on top.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I use dried beans?

    I prefer using canned beans for this soup as it keeps the recipe quick and easy. If you only have dried beans, you will have to cover and cook them on medium-low heat until they are soft, which can take up to 2 hours, depending on the size and age of the beans.

    How do I store leftovers?

    Store leftover soup in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. Make sure the soup is at room temperature before storing it.

    Can I freeze this soup?

    After your soup is at room temperature, transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze it for up to 1 month. Let thaw in the fridge overnight before you reheat the soup.

    How do I reheat leftovers?

    Reheat over the stove over medium heat and frequently stir until the soup is warmed through or in the microwave for 30-second intervals, stirring in between each interval.

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    If you’ve tried this Black Bean Soup recipe, then don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know how you got on in the comments below, I love hearing from you!

    A bowl of black bean soup with sliced avocado, sour cream, and cilantro on top. Lime wedges and tortilla chips scattered around.
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    Black Bean Soup

    Full of healthy goodness, this Black Bean Soup is a hearty and delicious recipe that everyone will love. A delicious vegetarian-friendly meal, this soup is great for any occasion.
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes
    Total Time 55 minutes
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 300kcal
    Author John Kanell

    Equipment

    • Dutch oven or large pot
    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • 4 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 cups chopped yellow onion (about 1 large onion)
    • 1½ cups chopped carrot (about 4 medium carrots)
    • 4 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 tablespoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • 3 (15.25-ounce/432g) cans black beans drained and rinsed
    • 4 cups vegetable broth (960ml)
    • ¼ cup fresh lime juice (80ml)

    Instructions

    • In a medium Dutch oven, add the oil and warm over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
    • Add the garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
    • Add the black beans, broth, and lime juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low. Cover, and simmer the soup for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • Ladle 2 cups of soup into a blender. With the blender vent open, blend the soup until smooth. Pour back into the pot with the remaining soup.
    • Cook, uncovered, until soup has thickened and reached the desired consistency, about 10 to 20 minutes more. (For a thicker soup, go the full 20 minutes.) Serve topped with avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.

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    Notes

    • If you accidentally make the soup too thick, you can add more vegetable broth to thin it out.
    • Feel free to add extra vegetables from your fridge to the black bean soup! Spinach, zucchini, kale, celery, and peas make for a delicious addition.
    • For a spicier kick, add a diced and deseeded jalapeno pepper to the soup when you add the onions or a small pinch of cayenne pepper.
    • Pico de gallo, salsa, and guacamole also make great toppings for the soup. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 851mg | Potassium: 669mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5761IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 4mg
    *Nutrition Disclaimer
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