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Easy vegan black bean soup recipe from scratch that can be a perfect weeknight dinner or winter soup recipe or fall recipe
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Homemade Black Bean Soup

This Homemade Black Bean Soup is a nourishing blend of aromatic spices and wholesome ingredients, perfect for chilly evenings and heartwarming gatherings.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups organic black beans soaked overnight
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 Lime juice
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Drain and rinse soaked black beans.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until soft.
  • Add garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Sauté for 1 more minute.
  • Toss in black beans, vegetable broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to boil, then simmer covered for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  • Blend a portion for creaminess if desired.
  • Squeeze lime juice, adjust seasoning, and serve with cilantro garnish.

Notes

  • Soak beans overnight for quicker cooking.
  • Try fire-roasted tomatoes for a smoky twist.
  • Customize spice by adjusting chili powder.
  • Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Label with freezing date.