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Cuban Black Bean Soup (Gluten-Free)

A hearty and flavorful black bean soup with Cuban spices, perfect for a warming gluten-free lunch.

55m4 servings
WHEAT-free
350 cal|20g protein|50g carbs|5g fat|15g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 450 g Dried black beans
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1 medium Bell pepper
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 6 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Soak black beans in water overnight, then drain.
  2. 2Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. 3Add the drained black beans, chicken or vegetable broth, cumin, oregano, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until beans are tender.
  4. 4Remove bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup until smooth but still chunky.
  5. 5Stir in lime juice, salt, and pepper. Serve hot.

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