The Ultimate Purple Black Bean Soup Recipe – Pure Bliss!
This purple black bean soup recipe is a rich, flavorful, and nourishing dish packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants. It’s easy to make, naturally vegan, and gluten-free, making it a perfect comforting meal for any day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups black beans cooked or canned
- 1 cup purple sweet potatoes or purple carrots diced
- 1 small red onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp sea salt adjust to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
- Optional: cilantro avocado, tortilla chips for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics – Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, stirring until fragrant.
- Build the flavor – Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 30 seconds.
- Simmer the soup – Add black beans, purple sweet potatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes.
- Blend for texture – Blend half the soup for a creamy consistency, or leave it chunky.
- Add finishing touches – Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve & garnish – Ladle into bowls and top with cilantro, avocado, or tortilla chips.
Notes
- If using dried black beans, soak them overnight and cook them before adding to the soup.
- Add spicy elements like jalapeños or chipotle peppers for extra heat.
- To make it creamier, stir in a splash of coconut milk.
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg