Are you tired of bland, boring canned soups that leave you unsatisfied? Get ready to elevate your meal game with this incredibly easy and mouth-watering Enhanced Canned Black Bean Soup! In just 30 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's packed with flavor, nutrition, and pure comfort. Whether you're a busy professional, a home cook looking for a quick meal, or someone craving authentic Mexican-inspired cuisine, this recipe is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup corn (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by draining and rinsing black beans, chopping onion, mincing garlic, and measuring out spices.
- Heat a medium-sized soup pot over medium heat and add a small amount of olive oil or cooking spray.
- Sauté chopped onions until translucent and slightly softened, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Incorporate cumin and chili powder, stirring to coat onions and garlic with spices and release their aromatic oils.
- Add drained black beans and vegetable broth to the pot, stirring to combine all ingredients.
- If using corn, add it to the mixture at this point.
- Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting spices as needed.
- Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to partially mash some beans, creating a thicker, creamier texture.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.
Tips
- Bean Texture Magic: For the perfect consistency, partially mash some beans while leaving others whole. This creates a creamy yet chunky soup that's incredibly satisfying.
- Spice Optimization: Toast your cumin and chili powder for 30 seconds before adding other ingredients to intensify their flavor profile.
- Broth Upgrade: If you have homemade vegetable or chicken stock, use it instead of store-bought for an extra depth of flavor.
- Garnish Generously: Fresh cilantro is key! Don't skimp on this final touch that adds brightness and freshness to the soup.
- Make It Your Own: Feel free to add diced bell peppers, jalapeños, or swap corn for other vegetables to customize the recipe.
- Storage Tip: This soup freezes beautifully for up to 3 months, making it perfect for meal prep.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
