Best 6 Creamy Black Bean Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our creamy black bean soup, a delightful fusion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and wholesome soup is not only incredibly delicious but also a powerhouse of nutrients, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Dive into the rich and creamy broth, generously filled with tender black beans, aromatic spices, and a medley of fresh vegetables. Each spoonful promises a symphony of flavors, from the earthy sweetness of the beans to the subtle smokiness of the chipotle peppers. Accompanying the soup is a selection of topping suggestions, allowing you to customize your bowl to perfection. Choose from tangy sour cream, vibrant avocado slices, or a sprinkle of crisp tortilla strips for added texture. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our creamy black bean soup, a dish that promises to warm your soul and satisfy your cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Garnish this thick, velvety soup with an extra dollop of sour cream and pinch of chopped fresh thyme, if you like.

Time 25m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 carrots, chopped
2 bunches green onions, thinly sliced, white and green parts divided
2 (15.0-ounce) cans no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup low-fat sour cream
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add carrots and white parts of the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelized, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add beans, 3 cups water, salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer until carrots are tender, 12 to 14 minutes more.
  • Working in batches, carefully transfer contents of pot to a blender and purée until smooth.
  • Return soup to pot and heat over medium-low heat until hot throughout.
  • Stir in sour cream and garnish with remaining sliced gren onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 440 milligrams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Protein 14 grams

BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Black Bean Soup is a creamy, hearty dish that can be dressed up a million different ways! So easy to make, it comes together in just minutes and always hits the spot.

Provided by Emily Walker

Categories     Soup

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cans black beans (do not drain)
2 cans chicken broth ((or 30 ounces, divided))
1 teaspoons salt
3 cups cooked rice
avocado (sliced)
grated or crumbled cheese ((cheddar, queso fresco, Monterey Jack, etc...))
tortilla chips (crushed)
1-2 tablespoons sour cream
cilantro

Steps:

  • Blend together the black beans with one of the cans chicken broth.
  • Add black bean mixture, the other can of chicken broth, and salt to a large pan or pot. Cook on medium heat until nice and hot. (You don't need to bring it to a boil).
  • In individual bowls, layer the rice, then the soup, then the other toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 686 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CONTEST-WINNING BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Black bean soup recipes are among my favorite because they're light and it most of the time don't contain meat. For this recipe, you could add lean beef or chicken for a variation. -Angee Owens, Lufkin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided
3 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with green peppers and onions, undrained
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash 1 can black beans; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute the celery, onion, red pepper and jalapeno in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Stir in the broth, tomatoes, cumin, coriander, hot sauce, pepper, bay leaf, mashed black beans and remaining whole beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Discard bay leaf. Stir in lime juice. Garnish each serving with 1 tablespoon sour cream and 1-1/2 teaspoons green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY BLACK BEANS



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In Mexico, Frijoles de la Olla (slow cooked beans in a pot) are typically prepared in large clay pots over an open fire with pepper and spices. You can achieve similar results at home with a large pot or a pressure cooker!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound dried black beans, rinsed and picked over
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, halved and seeded
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano, preferably Mexican
Kosher salt
Queso fresco and fresh cilantro, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Soak the beans in a pot of water overnight. Drain.
  • Heat the olive oil in the pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, jalapeno and cumin and cook, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add the oregano and the beans, then add enough water to cover (about 9 cups). Increase the heat to medium high and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium low, partially cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are just tender, about 3 hours.
  • Add 2 teaspoons salt and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly absorbed, about 45 minutes. Season with salt. Let sit 15 minutes before serving; top with queso fresco and cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 651 milligrams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fiber 14.5 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 8 grams

CREAMY BLACK BEAN SOUP



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From Bush's Beans. Here is their description: "Spread warmed leftover soup over crispy tostadas and layer with chopped rotisserie chicken, shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, and avocado for a quick supper or snack. For a thinner soup, use only 2 cans of black beans."

Provided by KeeperAtHome

Categories     Black Beans

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with zesty mild green chilies, undrained
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
sour cream, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Saute onion and garlic in hot oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat 4 to 6 minutes or until tender.
  • Stir in broth and next 4 ingredients, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of dutch oven; cover and bring to a boil. Uncover, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cilantro and lime juice. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Process soup, in batches, in a blender or food processor 30 seconds or until smooth. Return to dutch oven, and stir until blended. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.4, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 1793.3, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 11.2, Sugar 5, Protein 14.4

CREAM OF BLACK BEAN SOUP



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There are many places to vary the recipe. It is a very rich soup with the addition of half and half cream, about a quart, at the final addition of vinegar and sherry. The soup is great as it appears above in the recipe without any changes, and gets even better the next day, and the next, in the fridge.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Pork

Time 4h20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 lb bacon, diced
4 large onions, chopped
3 stalks celery & leaves, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb black beans (about 2 1/2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
5 (14 1/2 fluid ounce) cans chicken broth, about 8 3/4 cups
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup sherry wine
cooked rice (optional)
chopped cilantro (optional)
salsa (optional)
shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
sour cream, chopped (optional)
scallion, chopped (optional)
hard-boiled egg (optional)
green pepper, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 5 qt dutch oven or heavy sauce pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add bacon, onions, and celery and bring to a simmer.
  • Reduce heat to medium.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally,30-40 minutes until vegetables are very soft and lightly browned.
  • Add garlic.
  • Pick over beans,remove bad ones, rinse and drain.
  • Add beans to pan with cayenne, cumin, and broth; bring everything to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to simmer and cover.
  • Cook until beans mash easily,about 3 hours.
  • Skim fat from the soup and discard.
  • Allow soup to cool slightly and then puree small portions at a time in food processor or blender.
  • Soup must be cool enough not to crack the pitcher.
  • Also, be sure to do in small batches Return soup to pan and cook over medium-high until very hot.
  • Remove from heat, stir in vinegar and sherry.
  • Serve with condiments.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.1, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 880.1, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 3.5, Protein 12

Tips:

  • Soak the black beans overnight: This will help to soften the beans and reduce the cooking time.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and nutrition to the soup. Some good options include onions, carrots, celery, bell peppers, and corn.
  • Don't be afraid to add spices: Spices can help to give the soup a flavorful kick. Some good options include cumin, chili powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some good options include sour cream, avocado, salsa, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Creamy black bean soup is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a warm and hearty soup, give this recipe a try!

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