Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup
Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty, nutritious dish combines creamy sweet potatoes and protein-packed black beans, all simmered with aromatic spices that create a warm, inviting flavor. It’s not only easy to make but also a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors. Enjoy this delicious soup as a cozy meal or serve it at gatherings to impress your guests—everyone will be coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the diced sweet potatoes, cumin, and chili powder; mix well to coat.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- For a creamy texture, blend the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender until you reach your desired consistency.
- Stir in black beans and lime juice just before serving. Warm through for another 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg