One-Pot Smoky Black Bean Soup

Name: One-Pot Smoky Black Bean Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Various
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced; 2 tsp cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 can (14 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 3 cups vegetable broth; 1 tbsp lime juice; Sour cream, cilantro, and tortilla chips for serving

Hearty, smoky, and loaded with flavor — this one-pot black bean soup is perfect for meal prep and cold weather comfort.

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🕐 Prep: 10 min | 🔥 Cook: 30 min | ⏱️ Total: 40 min

Equipment

Ingredients

▸ 2 tbsp olive oil
▸ 1 large onion, diced
▸ 3 cloves garlic, minced
▸ 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
▸ 2 tsp cumin
▸ 1 tsp smoked paprika
▸ 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
▸ 1 can (14 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
▸ 3 cups vegetable broth
▸ 1 tbsp lime juice
▸ Sour cream, cilantro, and tortilla chips for serving

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Instructions

Sauté the Aromatics

1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
3. Add garlic, jalapeño, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Simmer the Soup

1. Add black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Blend & Season

1. Using an immersion blender, blend about half the soup directly in the pot for a creamy-chunky texture.
2. Stir in lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Ladle into bowls. Top with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips.

Cook's Notes

💡 For extra smokiness, add a few dashes of liquid smoke or a chipotle pepper in adobo.
💡 This soup freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.