Black Bean Soup with Cumin and Cilantro Recipe

Name: Black Bean Soup with Cumin and Cilantro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups chopped onion; 8 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped jalapenos with seeds; 2 cups dried black beans (about 13 ounces); 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 8 cups (or more) vegetable stock or canned vegetable broth; 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro; Lime wedges

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add onion, garlic and jalapenos; saute 5 minutes.
3
Mix in beans and spices.
4
Add 8 cups stock and bring to boil.
5
Reduce heat, cover and simmer until beans are tender, stirring occasionally, about 2 hours 15 minutes.
6
Working in batches, puree soup with cilantro in blender.
7
Return soup to pot.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
(Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
10
Cool slightly.
11
Refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and refrigerate.)
12
Bring soup to simmer, thinning with more stock if necessary.
13
Ladle into bowls.
14
Serve, passing lime wedges separately.

570

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 cups chopped onion, 8 garlic cloves, chopped, 1/4 cup chopped jalapenos with seeds, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Soup with Cumin and Cilantro falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Black Bean Soup with Cumin and Cilantro

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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