Easy and Delicious Black Bean Soup Recipe - EatSimpleFood.com

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are lower in calories and higher in protein, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is nutritious, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat.

Add chopped onions and a little salt, cooking for 4 to 6 minutes until translucent.

Add minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.

Stir in cumin, salt, and pepper, allowing spices to integrate into the oil.

Add canned black beans and broth to the pot.

Switch to a larger pot if necessary and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to a simmer and cover, cooking for about 30 minutes.

Use an immersion blender to blend the soup to desired consistency, or blend in batches in a regular blender for a creamier texture.

Garnish with tortilla chips, green onions, sour cream, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

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