Fast and Delicious Black Bean Soup

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 onion (8 ounces)
• 1 green bell pepper (8 ounces)
• 1 red bell pepper (8 ounces)
• 2 cloves garlic (2 teaspoons)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 out of 5 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Stir in black beans, tomatoes, broth, cumin, coriander, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes, or until soup has thickened.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 190 per serving
• Carbohydrates: 32 grams
• Protein: 14 grams
• Fat: 6 grams
• Fiber: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Smooth and creamy texture
• Slightly spicy
• Perfect for a quick and easy meal

User Comments:

• "This soup is so delicious and easy to make. I love the creamy texture and the blend of spices." - Annie C.
• "I am a chef and I can tell you that this soup is restaurant-quality. It's so flavorful and satisfying." - John G.
• "I've tried many black bean soup recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so rich and comforting." - Mary S.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
• To make the soup thicker, mash some of the beans before adding them to the pot.
• Serve the soup with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, or tortilla chips.