Description
This comforting Smoky Refried Bean Soup blends rich flavors with wholesome ingredients for a hearty vegetarian meal perfect for chilly nights. Loaded with black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and warm spices, this plant-based soup delivers both nutrition and satisfying smokiness in every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (14-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces fat-free refried beans
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/8–1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and chopped bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Pour in vegetable broth and scrape any browned bits from the pot bottom.
- Add refried beans, diced tomatoes (with juices), black beans, and corn. Stir until well combined.
- Mix in cumin, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, hot sauce, and oregano. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional spices as desired.
- For creamier texture, blend half the soup using an immersion blender before serving.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with avocado slices, cilantro, or lime wedges.
Notes
Tips: For extra protein, add diced tofu or cooked quinoa. Substitutions: Use chicken broth if not vegetarian. Replace corn with chopped zucchini if preferred. Storage: Refrigerate in airtight containers for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thickness may increase when chilled – thin with broth when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: B
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: smoky refried bean soup, vegetarian, hearty soup, vegan dinner