Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup

This nourishing sweet potato black bean soup combines tender cubed sweet potatoes with protein-rich black beans in a perfectly spiced broth. With warm notes of cumin and paprika plus a bright finish of lime juice, this comforting soup delivers both incredible flavor and satisfying nutrition in every bowl.

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Soup

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 50

Servings:

Calories: 285kcal

Equipment

Chopping Board

Chef's Knife

Dutch Oven

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
1 large onion chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
3 cloves garlic finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 15 oz can black beans, undrained
1 14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes, undrained
2-3 cups vegetable broth
½ to 1 lime juice

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until soft, about 5 minutes.
Add paprika, cumin, and salt, stirring to combine and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in sweet potatoes, black beans with liquid, tomatoes with liquid, and 2 cups of broth.
Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
Add additional broth if needed for desired consistency.
Squeeze lime juice into the soup before serving and stir well.

Notes

Adjust broth quantity based on your preferred thickness - use less for a heartier soup, more for a brothier consistency

For extra smoky flavor, substitute smoked paprika for regular paprika or add a pinch of both

This soup freezes well for up to 3 months - cool completely before freezing and add fresh lime juice after reheating

Garnish options include fresh cilantro, avocado slices, plain Greek yogurt, or crushed tortilla chips

For meal prep, make ahead and store in refrigerator for up to 5 days - flavors actually improve overnight

To make it heartier, add diced bell peppers or corn kernels in step 4

For spice lovers, add a diced jalapeño with the onions or a pinch of cayenne pepper with the other spices

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