Chipotle-Black Bean Soup

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried black beans (about 6 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 1 chipotle chile, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 (16 ounce) can low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • Toppings
  • 1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt
  • 1/4 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. To prepare soup, sort and wash beans; place in a large Dutch oven. Cover with water to 2 inches above beans; bring to a boil, and cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour. Drain.
  2. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion; saute 2 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute. Add beans, chipotle chile, 2 cups water, oregano, cumin, and broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 3 hours or until beans are soft.
  3. Place 1 cup of soup in a blender; process until smooth. Return to pan. Stir in pepper and tomatoes; cook until thoroughly heated.
  4. Ladle soup into each of 4 bowls; top with yogurt and cheese.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

918 kcal 46% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 26g 52% DV
Total Fat 50g 64% DV
Carbs 107g 39% DV
Fiber 26.9g 96% DV
Sugar 34.7g 69% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 710mg 31% DV
Potassium 1900.3mg 40% DV
Cholesterol 25.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 519.3mcg 58% DV
Vitamin C 49.8mg 55% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 910.8mg 70% DV
Iron 30.4mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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