Black Bean Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Vegetables

   Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3. 3

   Add Beans and Broth

   Add the black beans and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

4. 4

   Season the Soup

   Sprinkle in the cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate the seasonings throughout the soup.

5. 5

   Simmer

   Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Blend (Optional)

   For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup directly in the pot, or transfer a portion to a blender and puree until smooth. Return to the pot.

7. 7

   Finish the Soup

   Add lime juice to the soup and stir well to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

8. 8

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.