Black Bean Soup Recipe
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Black Bean Soup Recipe
Description
Black Bean Soup Recipe combines crispy diced bacon and minced garlic sautéed to release their flavors before simmering with black beans, canned tomatoes, and reduced-sodium chicken broth. The addition of chili powder and Worcestershire sauce introduces a subtle depth and mild heat. A splash of ketchup lends a touch of sweetness to balance acidity. Fresh cilantro chopped and stirred in near the end brightens the soup, while lime juice adds a fresh tang. The result is a thick, warming soup with a pleasant smoky undertone from the bacon and a slightly creamy texture from the beans.
The soup is served warm and garnished with toppings like sour cream, scallions, cheese, and additional fresh cilantro and lime to customize flavor. It works well as a hearty lunch or light dinner, satisfying on its own or accompanied by bread or a side salad.
The recipe notes highlight skipping onions and using minced garlic. No changes to seasoning or ingredients were made, indicating the balance suits this recipe well as is.
Ingredients
- 10 lices Bacon finely chopped
- 4 tsp garlic minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth reduced-sodium
- 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes canned
- 2 TB ketchup
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 TB chili powder
- 4 (15.5 oz) can black beans drained but not rinsed
- kosher salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1 bunch cilantro
- lime juice of 1/2 lime
- sour cream for garnish
- scallions
- cheese
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large pot over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add broth, tomatoes, ketchup, Worcestershire, and chili powder. Mix in the beans, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, lower heat to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
- While soup is simmering, cut off cilantro stems and coarsely chop. Add cilantro to soup and simmer an additional 5 minutes, until thickened. Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm and garnish with toppings like fresh cilantro, limes, sour cream, cheese and avocados.
Notes
- Using freshly minced garlic helps maintain a fragrant, robust flavor.
- This recipe serves approximately 8 people, making it a good choice for family meals or leftovers.
- No onions are included in this version, but they could be added if desired for additional aroma.
- Garnishing with sour cream, cheese, or avocado adds richness and varied texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 134kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 317mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 194mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 450IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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