Description
Hearty quick bean & tomato soup delivers comfort in a bowl with Mexican-inspired flavors. Rustic ingredients blend seamlessly, promising warmth and satisfaction for hungry diners seeking a simple, nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (15 ounces/425 grams) cans black beans with liquid
- 1 (14.5 ounces/411 grams) can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 cup broth (vegetable or chicken)
Aromatics and Spices:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Seasoning and Optional Toppings:
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Optional toppings: sour cream, cilantro, jalapenos, pickled onions, lime, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, sautéing minced garlic until it releases its aromatic essence, approximately 1 minute.
- Incorporate chopped onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and softened.
- Sprinkle cumin, coriander, and chili powder into the pot, stirring continuously for 30 seconds to activate their robust flavors.
- Gently pour in beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth, allowing the mixture to reach a vigorous boil.
- Reduce heat to low, creating a gentle simmer that allows ingredients to meld together for 10-12 minutes.
- For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to partially or completely purée the soup, depending on personal preference.
- Transfer the steaming soup into serving bowls, garnishing with optional toppings like fresh herbs, cracked pepper, or a dollop of yogurt.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by using freshly minced garlic and toasting spices before adding to intensify their aromatic qualities.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting chili powder or adding fresh jalapeños for more kick.
- Create a creamy texture by blending half the soup, leaving some beans whole for interesting texture contrast.
- Make it vegetarian-friendly by using vegetable broth and ensuring all ingredients are plant-based.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg