Black-Bean Salsa Soup

This Black-Bean Salsa Soup is a hearty, flavorful, and vibrant dish that brings together the richness of black beans with the zing of salsa-inspired ingredients like lime, cilantro, and spices. It combines vegetables, beans, and a kick of spices, making it a deliciously satisfying soup. The balance of flavors and textures makes it an ideal comfort food that’s also nutrient-packed.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 150 grams cooked black beans
• 100 grams diced tomatoes
•  80 grams finely chopped onions
• 100 grams diced bell pepper
• 80 grams diced carrot
• 50 grams corn kernels
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 500 ml vegetable broth or water
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt to taste

Procedure:

• Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and carrot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
• Stir in the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Let the spices toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, and corn kernels to the pot. Stir well to combine.
• Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes.
• Stir in lime juice and adjust the salt to taste. If desired, use an immersion blender to blend part of the soup for a thicker consistency, or leave it chunky for a rustic texture.
• Garnish the soup with chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve hot.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Calories: 488 kcal
• Protein: 30.7 g
• Carbohydrates: 3.3 g
• Fat: 39.3 g