Go Back
–+ servings
Zack

Black Bean Soup

No ratings yet
Black bean soup is a hearty, comforting soup made with black beans, vegetables, and simple seasoning for easy, nourishing meals.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 88
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 carrot diced (optional)
  • 2 cans 15 oz each black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 5–6 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Lime juice Optional
  • Chopped cilantro or parsley Optional
  • Olive oil drizzle Optional
  • Chili flakes Optional

Equipment

5 Quart Pot
5 Quart Pot
$39.95 $28.07
Buy Now
02/01/2026 12:03 pm GMT
soup pot with lid

Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and a pinch of salt. Cook 5–6 minutes until soft.
  3. Add carrot (if using) and cook 3–4 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  5. Add black beans, broth, and cumin.
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat.
  7. Simmer 25–30 minutes, allowing flavors to blend.
  8. Blend part or all of the soup for a creamier texture, or mash lightly with a spoon.
  9. Season with salt and pepper.
  10. Finish with lime juice or herbs if desired.
  11. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 88kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 13mgPotassium: 107mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2555IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Creamier without dairy: blend half the soup
More depth: add smoked paprika or bay leaf
Grow-it-yourself: herbs pair well and grow easily
Meal prep: freezes and reheats well

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!