Basic Black Bean Soup

Black beans are a great source of plant-based protein and are commonly used in Latin American cuisine.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Basic Black Bean Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Latin American, Mexican Courses: Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Black beans
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 1 medium Avocado
• ¹⁄₂ cup Tortilla chips

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the black beans.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
3. Add cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
4. Add black beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the soup until smooth.
6. Stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro.
7. Serve hot, garnished with avocado slices and crushed tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.