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Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup

Easy Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup Recipe for a Healthy Meal

This Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup is a hearty, nutritious dish that balances sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), diced
  • 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion , chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 juice lime
  • fresh cilantro , chopped for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Dice sweet potatoes, chop onion, and mince garlic.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Mix in diced sweet potatoes and cumin, stirring well for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add vegetable broth and black beans. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
  5. Use an immersion blender to achieve a creamy texture or leave it chunky for added texture (optional).
  6. Stir in fresh lime juice and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 7gFat: 6g

Notes

Feel free to customize the soup by adding diced bell peppers or jalapeños for extra crunch and spice. This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or can be frozen for three months.

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