Spicy Black Bean Soup (Printable Recipe)

Smoky black bean soup with poached eggs, fresh cilantro, and lime for a hearty, flavorful bowl.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
02 - 1 small red onion, diced
03 - 2 celery ribs, diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
09 - 30 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
10 - 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
11 - 2 limes, zested and juiced
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
13 - 4 large eggs
14 - Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat oil in a large high-sided skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery, and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
02 - Stir in minced chipotle pepper, chili powder, and ground cumin, cooking for 30 seconds to release aromas.
03 - Add vegetable broth, black beans, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 15 minutes.
04 - Stir in lime zest and juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
05 - Create 4 small wells in the soup. Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide into each well. Cover and cook until eggs are set to desired doneness, about 5 minutes.
06 - Top with fresh cilantro. Place one egg in each serving bowl, divide soup evenly, and serve hot.