Winter Black Bean Soup

  • 4
  • Average
  • 10 mins
  • 15 mins
  • Budget Friendly

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked black beans
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped(about 1/2 medium onion)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin(optional)
  • 1 can(14.5 oz) Mexican-style diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice(optional)
  • Nonfat yogurt or low-fat sour cream and cilantro for garnish(optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare beans as directed

Step 2

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook. Stir until onion begins to soften, about 2-3 mins. Add chili powder. Add cumin, if you like. Cook and stir for 1 minute

Step 3

Add tomatoes, beans, and water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 mins covered.

Step 4

Remove from heat and stir in lime or lemon juice, if you like.

Step 5

Garnish before serving.