Vegetarian Black Bean Soup
A delicious, heart healthy soup.
Posted by CarriesExpKtchn
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Bean soups in general are healthier for you and this version is no exception which is high in fiber, iron and vitamins C and B6. Beans also tend to fill you up more and keep you satisfied longer.
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You Will Need (8 things)
- 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ¼ cup Green Pepper , chopped
- ¼ cup Red Onion , chopped
- 1 Celery Stalk, chopped
- 1 Garlic Clove, minced
- 4 cup Vegetable Broth
- ¼ tsp Chili Powder
- 15 oz Can Black Beans , rinsed
Steps (4 steps, 40 minutes)
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1
Heat oil over medium heat in medium sized saucepan; then add the peppers, onions, celery and garlic.
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2
Saute 2-3 minutes until vegetables start to soften; then add the vegetable broth, chili powder and black beans.
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3
Bring to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
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4
Turn off the heat and use an immersion blender to blend all of the ingredients together until smooth. (If you do not have an immersion blender, pour the mixture into a blender and puree until smooth.)