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Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe

Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe

This barefoot contessa black bean soup recipe is rich, hearty, and easy to make with simple ingredients. Creamy without cream, it’s perfect for a cozy, healthy, restaurant-style meal at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cans 15 oz each black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large soup pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Immersion blender or regular blender
  • Ladle

Method
 

Heat the oil
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
    Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe
Cook the vegetables
  1. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 6–8 minutes until soft and slightly golden.
    Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe
Add garlic and spices
  1. Stir in garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
    Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe
Add beans and broth
  1. Pour in black beans and broth. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
    Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe
Simmer the soup
  1. Let the soup cook on low heat for 20–25 minutes so the flavors can develop.
    Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe
Blend for texture
  1. Blend about half of the soup using an immersion blender, then return it to the pot.
    Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe
Finish with lime juice
  1. Turn off the heat and stir in fresh lime juice. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
    Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe
Serve
  1. Ladle into bowls and garnish with cilantro if desired. Serve warm.
    Barefoot Contessa Black Bean Soup Recipe

Notes

  • Rinse canned beans well to remove excess sodium and improve flavor.
  • Blend only part of the soup to keep a good balance of creamy and chunky texture.
  • Always add lime juice at the end for a fresh, bright taste.
  • If the soup gets too thick, add a little broth while reheating.
  • This soup tastes even better the next day after the flavors settle.
  • You can freeze it for up to 3 months in airtight containers.