Description
A comforting bowl of Black Bean and Sweet Potato Soup that warms the soul with its rich flavors and nourishing ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime juice, or yogurt
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in cumin and chili powder, toasting the spices for about 30 seconds.
- Add diced sweet potatoes and drained black beans to the pot. Pour in vegetable broth and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes.
- For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add a squeeze of lime if desired.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes.
Notes
For deeper flavors, roast sweet potatoes before adding. Let the soup sit for a few hours or overnight to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: black bean soup, sweet potato soup, comfort food, vegan soup, healthy recipe