Smokey Black Bean and Vegetable Soup Recipe

Name: Smokey Black Bean and Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chipotle chile in adobo; cooking spray; 2 cups onions, chopped; 1 cup carrot, chopped; ¾ cup celery, thinly sliced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 2 bay leaves; 2 cups water; 3 (15 ounce) cans black beans; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) chicken broth; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; ½ cup sour cream; ¼ cup cilantro; lime wedge

Servings: persons

1 chipotle chile in adobo
cooking spray
2 cups onions, chopped
1 cup carrot, chopped
¾ cup celery, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 bay leaves
2 cups water
3 (15 ounce) cans black beans
2 (14 1/2 ounce) chicken broth
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup cilantro
lime wedge

1
Finely chop chile in adobo sauce.
2
Heat a large pot coated with cooking spray over medium heat.
3
Add onion, carrot, celery and garlic.
4
Saute until onion and carrots are tender, about 10 minutes.
5
Stir in chile, cumin, smoked paprika, basil, oregano, chili powder and bay leaves.
6
Cook for one minute, stirring constantly.
7
Add water, beans, broth, tomatoes.
8
Bring to a boil.
9
Reduce heat, partially cover and simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
10
Remove from heat and discard bay leaves.
11
Serve in bowls; top soup with sour cream and cilantro.
12
Serve with lime wedges.

497

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* 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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chipotle chile in adobo, cooking spray, 2 cups onions, chopped, 1 cup carrot, chopped, and more.

Yes, Smokey Black Bean and Vegetable 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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Smokey Black Bean and Vegetable Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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