Fiery Fiesta Black Bean Soup

Fiery Fiesta Black Bean Soup

45 mins
easy
8 servings

A vibrant and flavorful black bean soup bursting with Southwestern spice. This easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a cozy gathering.

SoupSouthwesternVegetarian

Equipment Needed

  • Immersion Blender (Optional)
  • Large Pot

Ingredients

  • 4.00 cansBlack Beans((15 ounces each))
  • 2.00 jarsMild Salsa Verde((or 3.5 cups homemade))
  • 2.00 cansChopped Green Chiles((4 ounces each))
  • 2.00 tablespoonsUnsweetened Cocoa Powder(Adds depth of flavor)
  • 2.00 teaspoonsGround Cumin(For warmth and spice)
  • 2.00 teaspoonsGarlic Powder(Enhances the savory notes)
  • 0.50 cupChopped Cilantro(Fresh cilantro for garnish)
  • Salt and Pepper(To taste)
  • Toppings (Optional)(Lime wedges, sour cream, pickled red onions, queso fresco, tortilla chips, avocado, radishes, fresh chiles)

Instructions

1

Combine black beans, salsa, green chiles, cocoa powder, cumin, and garlic powder in a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until beans are tender.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

3

Use an immersion blender or potato masher to partially mash the beans for desired consistency.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Stir in cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

5

If needed, add water to adjust the consistency.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes

8

For a creamier soup, blend the entire soup with an immersion blender.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Serve with warm cornbread for a complete meal.

Estimated time: 1 minutes