Go Back
Spicy black bean and chipotle soup

Black Bean Kick Energizes Cold Mornings

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Sour cream shredded cheese, avocado, and cilantro for topping

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in large pot over medium; cook onion and bell pepper 5-6 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and cayenne; stir constantly 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add beans and broth; boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes to blend flavors.
  4. Mash about half the beans against pot side with masher or wooden spoon back to thicken, leaving some whole.
  5. Add lime juice; season with salt and pepper. Thin with broth or water if needed.
  6. Serve hot with sour cream, cheese, avocado, cilantro, and tortilla chips.