Simple Oil-Free Black Bean Soup

Oil-free Black Bean Soup

I'm writing this post on a cooler December day, and this recipe for a simple oil-free black bean soup sounds so warm and comforting. But if it's hot outside while you're reading this, it's still a wonderful choice for an evening meal.

This black bean soup is loaded with flavor with a little bit of spice. Pair it with brown rice for a complete source of protein, or eat it alone for a filling meal.

Courses
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins
Servings 8
Description

This simple oil-free black bean soup is loaded with flavor and is a comforting meal. Pair it with brown rice for a complete source of protein, or eat it alone for a filling meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans (drained, rinsed)
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 large red bell peppers, chopped
  • 4 tsp garlic, minced (or 4 cloves finely chopped)
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chipotle powder
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 10 cup low-sodium vegetable broth (or water)
Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring 1/2 cup of broth or water to a simmer over medium-high heat.

  2. Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic and cook until onions are translucent, about 10 minutes.

  3. Stir in cumin and chipotle powder and cook for an additional minute.

  4. Add drained beans and 10 cups of vegetable broth. 

  5. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer gently for about 15 minutes.

  6. Transfer 4 cups of the soup to a heat-safe bowl or pot. Using a hand immersion blender, carefully purée until very smooth and creamy. 

  7. Return purée to pot with remaining soup and stir in cilantro, nutritional yeast, and lime juice. 

  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve.

    You can top each bowl with avocado or a dollop of vegan sour cream for added flavor.
Note

Want to make your own black beans for this recipe? Simply soak about 2 1/2 cups of dried black beans overnight (or 6 to 8 hours) prior to making soup. Drain and rinse before using in recipe. Once adding beans to the recipe, you would then need to cook on simmer, uncovered, for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until beans are tender.

Keywords: no oil, vegan, vegetarian, low sodium, high fiber
Read it online: https://rozkwalker.com/recipe/simple-oil-free-black-bean-soup/
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