This Quick Black Bean Soup is a comforting bowl of warmth that delivers deep, smoky flavors without the wait. By using dry black beans soaked overnight, you achieve a tender texture that canned beans simply cannot match. The blend of diced onions, garlic, and chipotle chiles creates a rich, aromatic base, while canned tomatoes add a bright acidity that cuts through the earthiness of the beans. It’s a perfect meal for chilly evenings or when you need a satisfying, plant-based lunch that keeps well for meal prep. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels homemade and wholesome, offering a robust flavor profile that is both spicy and soothing. Serve it with a squeeze of lime and fresh cilantro for the best experience.
Quick Black Bean Soup
Description
This Quick Black Bean Soup is a comforting bowl of warmth that delivers deep, smoky flavors without the wait. By using dry black beans soaked overnight, you achieve a tender texture that canned beans simply cannot match. The blend of diced onions, garlic, and chipotle chiles creates a rich, aromatic base, while canned tomatoes add a bright acidity that cuts through the earthiness of the beans. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect meal for chilly evenings or when you need a satisfying, plant-based lunch that keeps well for meal prep. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels homemade and wholesome, offering a robust flavor profile that is both spicy and soothing. Serve it with a squeeze of lime and fresh cilantro for the best experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Rinse the dry black beans thoroughly and soak them in plenty of cold water for at least 6 hours or overnight.
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Drain and rinse the soaked beans, then place them in a large pot and cover with fresh water by about two inches.
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Bring the beans to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes until tender.
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While beans cook, sauté the diced onion in a separate pan until soft, then add the chopped garlic and minced chipotle chile.
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Stir in the chopped canned tomatoes and their juice, cooking for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
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Add the tomato mixture to the pot of cooked beans and simmer together for 10 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting spice level if needed before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 118.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.5g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.8mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 21.6g8%
- Dietary Fiber 7.8g32%
- Sugars 0.3g
- Protein 8.0g16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
