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)

  1. 1

    Heat oil over medium heat in medium sized saucepan; then add the peppers, onions, celery and garlic.

  2. 2

    Saute 2-3 minutes until vegetables start to soften; then add the vegetable broth, chili powder and black beans.

  3. 3

    Bring to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

  4. 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.)