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    May 17, 2016 · Modified: Feb 2, 2022 by Becca Heyes · This post may contain affiliate links · 52 Comments

    15 Minute Black Bean Soup

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    Total time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 1 bowlful
    5 from 2 votes
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    This recipe makes one perfect portion of black bean soup in just 15 minutes. It's super tasty, quick and versatile!

    A portion of black bean soup in a white bowl, topped with sour cream and spring onions.

    Black bean soup is definitely one of my favourite soups ever, if not the favourite. Black beans seem to have so much more flavour than other beans. I don't know if it's just a psychological thing, because they give such a beautifully dark, rich soup - but whatever the reason, they're damn tasty.

    The best thing about this black bean soup (aside from being yummy) is that it only takes 15 minutes to make!

    Fellow lazies, I've got your back.

    Black bean soup topped with sour cream, spring onions and fresh cilantro.

    This recipe makes one perfect portion, so it's great to make if you're home alone. Of course, it can easily be scaled up if you want a bigger batch, but this recipe has come to my rescue time and time again when I've been on my own. With no-one around to see, it's all too tempting to reach for a bag of crisps or a packet of biscuits and call it lunch, but it's not exactly a good idea. This 15 minute black bean soup is much more sensible - it's quick and easy to make, it's totally delicious, and it's much healthier than a packet of biscuits (quite the compliment).

    Oh, and it's very faff-free too - because who can be bothered to spend ages prepping ten different kinds of fresh veg when you're only cooking one portion of something?

    Overhead shot of a bowlful of black bean soup with garnish.

    Since the black bean soup itself is so simple, I like to liven mine up with a nice bit of garnish. You can add whatever you fancy - a dollop of yogurt or sour cream, chopped coriander (cilantro), spring onions, a squeeze of lime, freshly chopped tomatoes, avocado, grated cheese... or just whatever you happen to have in the fridge.

    Black bean soup topped with sour cream and spring onions.

    15 minute black bean soup

    This recipe makes one perfect portion of black bean soup in just 15 minutes. It's super tasty, quick and versatile!

    If you've cooked this recipe, don't forget to leave a star rating!

    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 1 bowlful
    Calories: 289kcal
    Author: Becca Heyes
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    Ingredients

    • 2 medium tomatoes
    • 400 g tin black beans, drained (240g, or ~ 1 ¼ cups, when drained)
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon hot chilli powder
    • ½ tablespoon chipotle hot sauce (or other favourite hot sauce)
    • Salt
    • Black pepper
    • To serve, your choice of: Greek yogurt or sour cream, chopped spring onions, chopped coriander (cilantro), lime juice, grated cheese, diced tomato, etc.

    Instructions

    • Dice the tomatoes, and add them to a small saucepan with the remaining soup ingredients. Cook over a medium heat for around 10 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft. Squash the tomatoes with the back of the spoon, and season to taste. If you'd like a thinner soup, just add a dash of water.
    • Serve the black bean soup with your choice of garnish.

    Notes

    A bit of garnish really brings this simple soup to life. I love a dollop of sour cream and some chopped spring onions!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 bowl - Calories: 289 kcal - Carbohydrates: 54.5 g - Protein: 17.6 g - Fat: 1.8 g - Cholesterol: 0 mg - Sodium: 466 mg - Potassium: 1672 mg - Fiber: 14.4 g - Sugar: 8.2 g

    Nutritional information is approximate, and will depend on your exact ingredients. Please calculate your own nutritional values if you require accuracy for health reasons.

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    Nutrition Facts
    15 minute black bean soup
    Amount Per Serving (1 bowl)
    Calories 289 Calories from Fat 16
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 1.8g3%
    Cholesterol 0mg0%
    Sodium 466mg19%
    Potassium 1672mg48%
    Carbohydrates 54.5g18%
    Fiber 14.4g58%
    Sugar 8.2g9%
    Protein 17.6g35%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Note: Nutritional information is approximate, and will depend on exactly what ingredients you choose. Information above is for the full recipe.

    Got a bit more time on your hands? My veggie-packed slow cooker black bean soup contains all sorts of hidden veggies!

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    1. issa says

      June 17, 2020 at 10:08 pm

      this soup is delicious. i will definitely be making it again. very quick, easy, and tasty. i added a diced green bell pepper to the soup and would recommend doing so. it adds a nice crunch.5 stars

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      • Becca @ Easy Cheesy Vegetarian says

        June 24, 2020 at 8:34 pm

        Thanks Issa, glad you enjoyed it! :)

        Reply
    2. Tiersa says

      June 06, 2016 at 11:54 pm

      Very yummy!!! I added salsa?

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      • Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says

        June 10, 2016 at 8:58 pm

        Glad you enjoyed it! :)

        Reply
    3. POPPY says

      May 25, 2016 at 8:00 am

      This is great, who knew a rich black bean soup could be made so fast?! Will remember this one for the next chilly spurt!

      Reply
    4. Jessica says

      May 20, 2016 at 6:58 am

      Who doesn't want a quick, healthy and yummy dish? I bookmarked this post my future use as I will surely follow this recipe.

      Reply
    5. Kira says

      May 19, 2016 at 9:24 pm

      I've never had black bean soup before but I love black bean sauce so it sounds very nice :D Great that it only takes 15 minutes too - perfect for lazy little me :D

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