Black Bean Soup

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• NATURALSOAPGIRL
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  38 of 41 people found this review helpful
  This is a good basic recipe. I like to add other things to spice it up and give it more of a healthy punch. I saute up about 1/2 c. each of onion, celery and carrots in a bit of butter. Then I add 1 tbsp of cumin. I blend it & add another can of beans to give it a few chunks. Serve w/ sour cream. - 2/2/11
  
  
• LLAIRD0
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  24 of 24 people found this review helpful
  Swapped vegetable broth for chicken broth to align with my vegan life style. I'm a garlic lover so I added about a teaspoon of minced garlic and two tsp cumin. So good, and so quick to make. - 3/11/12
  
  
• SARAH84KS
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  24 of 25 people found this review helpful
  This soup is awesome! I added a tsp. of cumin and it was delicious creamy goodness! I added fresh cilantro and fat free sour cream as toppings.I will be making this soup at least once a week. - 1/1/12
  
  
• DAWNIEKAY39
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  19 of 19 people found this review helpful
  I love this soup! I add cooked chicken and a little cilantro and dont blend it. I've also cooked it down some and used it as a dip. It's awesome no matter how we fix it!! - 1/12/11
  
  
• SUEINTHEPARK
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  18 of 19 people found this review helpful
  Loved it! I made it with dry black beans, and it took 30 minutes to cook them in pressure cooker (I used about 1.5 cups dry beans + 4 cups water + 1 chicken bouillon cube). After the beans were cooked, I added some chili pepper paste, the salsa and 2 cloves of garlic, then puréed in Cuisinart. YUM! - 9/1/10
  
  
• TAMMYSIGMAN1
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  10 of 10 people found this review helpful
  Awesome, used low sodium chicken broth which cut the sodium drastically. Topped with 2% Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and you wouldn't know the difference. Husband loved it and he is picky. Will keep it on the dinner rotation for sure. - 9/23/11
  
  
• CD13416053
  
  
  
  

  8 of 11 people found this review helpful
  How much is in one serving? Looking to try it, but want to make sure I know how many servings I'm eating? Hard to eye ball 6 servings from a pot. - 12/28/12
  
  
• TEEBOP123
  
  
  Very Good
  

  7 of 9 people found this review helpful
  Great recipe! I adapted the recipe: I added about a cup cut bell pepper and half the beans to the pot. I let the pot simmer for about 10 minutes then I pureed the mix in a blender, leaving it slightly chunky. I put the mix and rest of the beans into the pot to simmer 10 more minutes. Yum! - 9/9/12
  
  
• BONCREED
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  7 of 7 people found this review helpful
  I doubled the recipe so I had leftovers for work all week and I added cooked shredded chicken breast for more protein. This was excellent and so easy. Thanks - 3/4/12
  
  
• CD13299767
  
  
  
  

  6 of 6 people found this review helpful
  Make sure you check the nutrition information...different brands have a different amount of calories per serving of broth, beans, or salsa. I'd suggest doing a recipe makeover to check your ingredients. - 12/29/12
  
  
• AZURELITE
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  6 of 7 people found this review helpful
  Easy & delicious! I added sauteed onions and celery, cumin, sage & tarragon too.
  - 12/4/11
  
  
• MEADSBAY
  
  
  
  

  5 of 5 people found this review helpful
  Love this- I added a few diced sweet potatoes, cooked in the broth first. - 8/18/11
  
  
• CD13427521
  
  
  
  

  4 of 4 people found this review helpful
  Absolutetly fabulous. The cilantro is the key. A small dollop of PLAIN fat free greek yogurt gives a tang like sour cream but without all the calories. - 12/28/12
  
  
• THM_DEB
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  4 of 4 people found this review helpful
  Wow, made this for lunch, quick and very yummy. I added a little bit of shredded cheese and touch of cumin. So fast.....I hateeee to cook so this is a keeper!!! - 12/20/12
  
  
• CD12985798
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  4 of 4 people found this review helpful
  great taste as written. I used about 16oz chicken broth...room for a little error on any of the measurements. didn't expect much...but loved it. - 8/30/12
  
  
• 13610511
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  4 of 4 people found this review helpful
  Wow, this soup is excellent. I used some of the suggestions from the comments and it turned out great. - 3/23/12
  
  
• SHENRY1313
  
  
  Very Good
  

  4 of 4 people found this review helpful
  Pretty darn good and quick! I wish i hadn't blended it so much, but otherwise, now one of my top recipes. - 2/16/11
  
  
• WDPARRICK
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  3 of 4 people found this review helpful
  Yum! I had this with dinner last night. The flavor is really good for just 3 ingredients! It was a bit too soupy for me as a black bean dish. I will just use less broth next time. Thank you so much for sharing! - 1/16/13
  
  
• CD13497640
  
  
  
  

  3 of 4 people found this review helpful
  this is good but i added cumin, onion, red pepper, crushed tomato s and cilanro and turmenic(liver cleaner) - 1/12/13
  
  
• CD3978865
  
  
  Very Good
  

  3 of 3 people found this review helpful
  Needed a LITTLE bit of seasoning, cumin and red pepper but, still very good without - 9/18/12
  
  
• CD12175746
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  2 of 2 people found this review helpful
  This soup is way too flavorful to be this easy and fast to prepare!!
  It will be made again and again.
  thank you got2run - 1/16/13
  
  
• JULIA1154
  
  
  
  

  2 of 2 people found this review helpful
  I, too, add cumin to black bean soup. It doesn't take much but it makes a world of difference. - 12/28/12
  
  
• SIGLED
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  2 of 2 people found this review helpful
  This has got to be one of the best black bean recipes ever! - 12/20/12
  
  
• CD13373466
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  2 of 4 people found this review helpful
  amazing - 12/20/12
  
  
• EVERGLAD
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  Amazing soup. I added the carrot, celery and onion to "beef" it up. - 2/5/13
  
  
• CD12797508
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Wow! Soooo easy! I used chiptle salsa in the recipe and served it over texmati rice! Yum! The whole family loved it! It will definitely be one of my favorite recipes! - 1/17/13
  
  
• OKLAMEG1
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  I only made 1/2 this recipe. Wasn't sure I would like it. How could anything so simple be good? Well, I LOVED IT! Very, simple, quick and satisfying. I'll be making this often. Makes a good lunch with a salad. - 12/31/12
  
  
• CD13424992
  
  
  
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  Great recipe on a cold wintery afternoon! I added rice and smoked sausage, with pita bread as a side. - 12/30/12
  
  
• ERICNJ28
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Came out great! - 12/28/12
  
  
• SUGARSMOM2
  
  
  
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  open heat and eat . simple right . well let me tell you add different seasoning and make it special . cumin . garlic . - 12/28/12
  
  
• DIANAHOFFM
  
  
  
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  Sounds yummy. I love onion and garlic so would probably add both. Will be trying this in the very near future!! - 12/28/12
  
  
• LEANJEAN6
  
  
  
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  Really tasty! - 12/20/12
  
  
• CHRISB43
  
  
  Very Good
  

  1 of 4 people found this review helpful
  I'll try this soon. Serving size would be useful in the nutritional info. - 12/20/12
  
  
• JULIACOLLINS62
  
  
  
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Easy, quick and yummy!!!! Thanks :-) - 11/9/12
  
  
• HEALTHYDESIRE
  
  
  Very Good
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Incredibly easy, few calories and a good pick me up. - 9/23/12
  
  
• SHARONELAINE4
  
  
  
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  This sounds just wonderful. Could you please tell me what size can of chicken broth to use? - 3/30/12
  
  
• C_JAROS
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  easy and tasty - 1/15/12
  
  
• LAKELADY56
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Love this soup. It is delicious and easy to make - 12/6/11
  
  
• BABYBARNEY
  
  
  Good
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  It was tasty. I added some barley to it - 9/30/11
  
  
• CALADYFISH
  
  
  
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Great soup. - 9/22/11
  
  
• MIMOMO5
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Oh yum! Easy, tasty and full of good stuff! Who can ask for more? - 2/20/11
  
  
• DKELLEY35
  
  
  Very Good
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  I'm going to make this for tonight. It sounds yummy. - 1/21/11
  
  
• SOLONGSUE
  
  
  
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Delicious and so easy to prepare. I prefer chunky soups, so I did not blend. Hubby asked that I make it again soon. - 1/16/11
  
  
• ISPAU22
  
  
  
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  Going to try this today! - 12/12/10
  
  
• SHESHEANN8
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  JUST HEARING ABOUT THIS SOUP MAKE WANT TOO DO A POT. PLUS A GOOD WAY TOO ADD MORE FIBER . - 11/3/10
  
  
• MS_SWEETHEART
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Quick, Easy, and Delicious! - 10/10/10
  
  
• ALLYVALIE
  
  
  Very Good
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  So easy and yummy! I love black beans! - 7/13/10
  
  
• CD4807273
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  I added ground cumin ... delicious soup and couldn't be easier! - 2/17/10
  
  
• MUDIWA
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Too easy and so good. I will make this often - 1/24/10
  
  
• NOCANDEW
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Very simple and tasty, thick and filling. I did not feel like pulling out my blender so I used my potato masher and added a little pepper sauce to my own serving. Yum! - 5/5/09
  
  
• KELLYJEAN3576
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  This is one of my favorites!! I add corn, red onion, and green pepper and it just adds a bit more to it.
  
  Last time I made it, I didn't blend it, and instead just let it simmer a bit longer, and it was just as good! - 12/11/08
  
  
• AJINMN
  
  
  Very Good
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  My family liked it and said I should make it again. They liked scooping it up with Tortilla chips. The calorie count is great and I like this kind of soup. - 11/6/08
  
  
• CD3727773
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Sooooo good. I did some of the modifications and it was delicious. Since moving, I haven't been able to find my favorite canned version, but this is just as good, cheaper, and better for me! - 11/4/08
  
  
• LOVELYBONES13
  
  
  Very Good
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  This was very good!
  
  One question though - how big is a serving? - 10/19/08
  
  
• CHATERJOY
  
  
  Very Good
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Very good! Easy. - 10/17/08
  
  
• MCOGIRL
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Loved it! I put some reduced fat cheddar cheese in it and it was so good! Will definitely be eating this more. Easy to make too. - 10/2/08
  
  
• HONEYSUGAR1
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  This soup is wonderful, I am so surprised. I did add seasoning - chili powder, cumin, & black pepper. I will be eating this every week. - 10/1/08
  
  
• MUNCHKINEVF
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  Excellent soup! Didn't look so great but the flavor was wonderful. I will make it with mild salsa next time so the kids can eat it too. Thanks!!! - 9/30/08
  
  
• LAYESHA
  
  
  
  

  1 of 3 people found this review helpful
  I love black beans. This is another good way to enjoy them. Thanks. I know I will love it. - 9/30/08
  
  
• ELLE299
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  Excellent flavor, very filling. - 9/30/08
  
  
• RNMOMOF7
  
  
  
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  I make this all the time..I do use fat free chicken broth to cut the calories, I also add fat free refried beans to it to thicken it...we LOVE it!@ - 9/30/08
  
  
• NITELING
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  great, easy, tasty, and healthy - a great combination. I used hot chunky salsa, added corn, and didn't blend. I may mix up the seasonings even more next time... - 9/30/08
  
  
• GRANMABOAT
  
  
  
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  I hate cooking. This is grate. Everyone loves it. I do have to watch the sodium.
  Thanks - 9/30/08
  
  
• LINSUARA
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  I made this and loved it~ I used low sodium organic chicken broth and half salsa and half tomatoes. It really tastes good! I would make it again.\ - 9/30/08
  
  
• PATDOLL3
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  I love it it is soo easy to put together - 9/30/08
  
  
• MINI-ME2BE
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  tasty, inexpensive and healthy....what more can you ask for! Thank you! - 9/30/08
  
  
• BWALSH1
  
  
  Very Good
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  Great! I made it with some variations.
  Used Rotel Tomatos...added a chicken breast diced and cooked - cilantra, lime juice and garlic.
  - 9/30/08
  
  
• CD2527964
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  This is awsome. Can't wait to try it with a few of the add ons mentioned here in the comments. I love stuff that is this easy and flavorful and filling. - 9/30/08
  
  
• OLDER03
  
  
  Incredible!
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  Easy and good. Low-sodium broth is better for our diets so I used that.
  I added chopped tomato and onion to the cilantro garnish and served with low-fat quesadillas. - 9/30/08
  
  
• HS1966
  
  
  O.K.
  

  1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  Looks simple. I would puree it for a thicker texture and add some FF sour cream or plain yogurt for flavour. Thanks for posting. - 9/30/08
  
  
• PRIMEOFMYLIFE
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  Made it this morning. I used my Braun handheld to break it up in the pot. Very nice. I will make this again, using some of the variations from the comments. - 5/1/21
  
  
• WHITEANGEL4
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  Our favorite beans - 3/19/21
  
  
• SPARKNB
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  GOOD & EASY, but used diced tomatoes, my own seasonings, included 3 caramelized sweet (walla-walla type) onions+2 cloves garlic, tho much less salsa; great way to use up salsa bits, and *great* that it's a pantry recipe. Here's mine: https://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-det
  ail.asp?recipe=3618146 - 3/3/21
  
  
• NANASUEH
  
  
  
  
  thanks - 2/15/21
  
  
• CECTARR
  
  
  
  
  Thanks - 1/28/21
  
  
• ANNIEMAROO
  
  
  
  
  Sounds easy! - 1/16/21
  
  
• WILDKAT781
  
  
  
  
  way too much sodium, i either use water or sodium free chicken broth or veggie broth - 1/6/21
  
  
• SHERYE
  
  
  
  
  So delicious and like so many others I also added fresh garlic so yummy - 12/20/20
  
  
• SISTERPRETTY
  
  
  
  
  Interesting... - 12/9/20
  
  
• MUSICNUT
  
  
  
  
  So tasty! - 12/8/20
  
  
• REDROBIN47
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  Just what I needed. A quick and easy homemade soup recipe. And it's yummy - 11/24/20
  
  
• DAPHNEJOANNHOPE
  
  
  Very Good
  
  good and very easy and quick - 11/21/20
  
  
• LIBR@RYL@DY
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  YUM - 10/24/20
  
  
• SUSANYOUNGER
  
  
  Good
  
  this was good but I did add more spices. - 9/16/20
  
  
• CD2693807
  
  
  
  
  I'm not a fan of salsa so added chopped veggies such as mushrooms, carrots, broccoli, celery, cauliflower, and some onion powder and garlic powder... got my rainbow of veggies in and it was delish - 8/24/20
  
  
• KITTYHAWK1949
  
  
  
  
  this was good but even better when added more veggies and spice - 8/24/20
  
  
• JUNETTA2002
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  Great recipe - 8/5/20
  
  
• LAURALLANCE
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  Really tasty - black beans are one of my favorites. I also add celery, carrots, and onion while cooking. We also top beans with sliced jalapeño, fresh cilantro, and wedges of lime. Very healthy. - 6/20/20
  
  
• ETHELMERZ
  
  
  O.K.
  
  Ok - 3/17/20
  
  
• EVIE4NOW
  
  
  O.K.
  
  Wasn't bad but my men didn't care for it. - 1/27/20
  
  
• FISHGUT3
  
  
  
  
  thanks - 1/7/20
  
  
• HELENMARGARET
  
  
  
  
  Delicious! - 11/20/19
  
  
• ANHELIC
  
  
  
  
  Great way to get in your vegetables especially black beans. Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to making this. - 11/19/19
  
  
• JANTHEBLONDE
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  I love this black bean soup recipe! Yummy - 11/4/19
  
  
• ERIN_POSCH
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  Blended 1/2 the bean with 1/2 the broth and add to remaining soup base. Added 1 cup corn, 1/4 tsp pepper flakes, 1tsp garlic and 1 Tbsp cumin. Topped with sour cream and cilantro. Delish!!! - 10/25/19
  
  
• CHERIRIDDELL
  
  
  
  
  Nice - 9/27/19
  
  
• 4CONNIESHEALTH
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  Awesome!!! - 9/26/19
  
  
• RHOOK20047
  
  
  Incredible!
  
  Fast and easy recipe and makes a nice soup pretty fast. - 9/21/19
  
  
• NASFKAB
  
  
  
  
  Such a great idea for me as its an easy way for a great lunch - 4/1/19
  
  
• BABY_GIRL69
  
  
  Very Good
  
  Yum healthy - 3/24/19