Cola Black Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Cola Black Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups dried black beans; 1 onion, coarsely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, pressed; ½ cup cola drink; 3 cups chicken broth, about; water; 12 lime, juice of; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; ½ teaspoon chili powder (to taste); 1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste); sour cream; chopped fresh cilantro; lime wedge

Servings: persons

3 cups dried black beans
1 onion, coarsely chopped
3 garlic cloves, pressed
½ cup cola drink
3 cups chicken broth, about
water
12 lime, juice of
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon chili powder (to taste)
1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
sour cream
chopped fresh cilantro
lime wedge

1
Place black beans, chopped onion, and garlic in a large heavy pot.
2
Add cola, chicken broth, and enough water to cover the beans by 2 inches.
3
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until black beans are tender, about 1-1/2 hours.
4
Remove 2 cups of the black beans and place in a blender with lime juice, cumin, coriander, chili powder, and salt.
5
Puree the mixture and return to the pot of black beans.
6
Stir to combine.
7
To serve, garnish with dollops of sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, and lime wedges to be squeezed into the soup at the table.

684

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Fat

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups dried black beans, 1 onion, coarsely chopped, 3 garlic cloves, pressed, ½ cup cola drink, and more.

Yes, Cola Black Bean Soup 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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Cola Black Bean Soup

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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