Best 6 Homemade Black Bean Soup Recipes

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Black bean soup, a beloved culinary creation that originated in Latin American cuisine, is a symphony of flavors that offers a hearty and nutritious meal. This flavorful soup is typically crafted with black beans, a versatile legume known for its distinctive black color and robust flavor. Simmered in a flavorful broth, black beans become tender and absorb the essence of aromatic spices, creating a rich and satisfying soup. This guide presents a collection of delectable black bean soup recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From traditional Mexican-inspired versions featuring an array of chili peppers to lighter and healthier variations that showcase the natural sweetness of black beans, this compilation caters to diverse culinary preferences. Vegetarian and vegan options ensure inclusivity, while a slow-cooker recipe provides convenience for busy individuals. Additionally, a black bean soup recipe tailored for Instant Pot users offers a modern and time-saving approach. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and a treasure trove of flavor combinations, this collection empowers home cooks to create an exceptional black bean soup experience, satisfying both the palate and the soul.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

NAVY BEAN SOUP I



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A hearty soup that will warm you on a cold night.

Provided by ANGCHICK

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 4h25m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans
6 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ pound chopped ham
1 cube chicken bouillon
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups water

Steps:

  • Combine beans, water, tomatoes, onion, celery, garlic, ham, bouillon, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, garlic, and bay leaf in a stock pot; bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for two hours.
  • Add additional water. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional two hours. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 14.9 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 878.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

EASY BLACK BEAN SOUP



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This soup is a favorite pantry meal for my family. Easy, easy, easy to make and nutritious. I got the recipe from the back of a soup can but have improvised this soup many times. Feel free to adjust seasonings as you like.

Provided by Tessa Morales

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 -3 cloves garlic
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans black beans
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper
1 small red onion, chopped fine
1/4 cup cilantro, coarsely chopped or finely chopped (whatever you prefer)

Steps:

  • Saute onion in olive oil.
  • When onion becomes translucent, add cumin.
  • Cook 30 seconds, then add garlic and cook for another 30 to 60 seconds.
  • Add 1 can black beans and 2 cups vegetable broth.
  • Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • Turn off heat.
  • Using a hand blender, blend the ingredients in the pot, or transfer to a blender.
  • Add the second can of beans to the pot along with blended ingredients and bring to a simmer.
  • Serve soup with bowls of red onion and cilantro for garnish.
  • I add a bit of cilantro to the pot, too.
  • Can be doubled or frozen.

HOMEMADE BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Here's an economical meal that doesn't skimp on flavor. Hearty black beans make up for the meat, and the peppers add just the right splash of color.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound dried black beans
6 cups chicken broth
4 cups water
1-1/2 cups chopped onions
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 large carrot, chopped
1/2 cup each chopped green, sweet red and yellow peppers
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt, optional
Chopped tomato, optional

Steps:

  • Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 to 4 hours or until beans are softened. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid., Return beans to pan; add broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until the beans are almost tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onions, celery, carrot, peppers and garlic in oil until tender. Add the tomato paste, herbs and seasonings to the bean mixture. Add the sauteed vegetables; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender. Discard bay leaves. Garnish with chopped tomato if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound dried black beans
4 cloves garlic
2 onions, roughly chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and roughly chopped
1/4 bunch fresh cilantro
Extra-virgin olive oil
2 sprigs fresh oregano
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 smoked ham hock
1 jalapeno, split
1 3/4 quarts low-sodium chicken stock
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons lime zest
Lime wedges, for garnish
Cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • Pick through the beans and discard any debris - wash under cold running water. In a food processor, add garlic, onion, bell pepper, and cilantro.
  • Set a large pot over medium heat and add a 3-count of olive oil. Add the oregano and cumin. Add vegetable puree and saute until just fragrant, 7 to 10 minutes. Add beans, ham hock, jalapeno, and stock. Slightly cover and simmer for 2 hours until beans are tender.
  • When cooked, remove bay leaves and take out ham hock. Cut ham meat off the bone, cut into pieces and set aside.
  • Using a blender or immersion blender, puree just enough of the beans and stock (about a third of the total pot) to thicken up the soup and bring everything together. Season with salt and pepper and fold ham meat back into the soup.
  • Make the crema by combining sour cream and zest. Serve each soup with a spoonful of lime crema, a squeeze of lime and some fresh cilantro.

CLASSIC BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Enjoy your dinner with this black bean soup - perfect for a tasty meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 cups dried black beans, sorted, rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups chopped onions (3 large)
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14 oz each) vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon red pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place beans and enough water to cover beans by 2 inches. Heat to boiling; boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 1 hour. Drain beans; set aside.
  • In 3- or 4-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook 3 cups onions and the bell pepper in oil 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Add cumin, oregano and garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add drained beans, broth and water. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Partially cover; simmer 1 hour 30 minutes or until beans are tender. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
  • In blender, place half of bean mixture. Cover; blend on high speed until smooth. Return pureed soup to remaining soup in pan. Stir in lime juice, pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Serve with cheese, finely chopped onion, sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 11 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg

Tips:

  • For a smoother soup: Puree half of the soup in a blender or with an immersion blender.
  • To make the soup spicier: Add 1-2 teaspoons of chili powder or chopped jalapeño pepper.
  • For a more smoky flavor: Add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika.
  • To make the soup heartier: Add 1 cup of cooked rice, quinoa, or pasta.
  • To add more vegetables: Add 1 cup of chopped bell pepper, corn, or zucchini.
  • For a vegan version: Omit the chicken broth and use vegetable broth instead.

Conclusion:

This homemade black bean soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. With its bold flavors and customizable ingredients, this soup is sure to become a family favorite. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying soup, give this black bean soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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