This soup is simple and delicious. Best of all, it’s ready in just 20 minutes! It supplies the energy you need to fuel your busy lifestyle.
Black beans are an excellent source of fiber, which can reduce your risk of diseases such as colon cancer, heart disease and diabetes. They are also jam-packed with protein and iron, which are essential to a healthy fitness regimen. Plus, black beans have a low Glycemic Index, which, along with fiber, makes this meal perfect for a weight-loss plan.
To reduce the sodium in this recipe, try substituting low-sodium broth and/or low-sodium canned beans. Or reduce the already-low fat content with low-fat sour cream.
INGREDIENTS:
· 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
· 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
· 1 cup chunky salsa
· 1 teaspoon ground cumin
· 4 tablespoons sour cream
· 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
DIRECTIONS:
In an electric food processor or blender, combine beans, broth, salsa, and cumin. Blend until fairly smooth.
Heat the bean mixture in a saucepan over medium heat until thoroughly heated.
Ladle soup into 4 individual bowls, and top each bowl with 1 tablespoon of the sour cream and 1/2 tablespoon green onion.
Nutritional information
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 241 (46 calories from fat)
Protein: 13.1 g
Fat: 5.1 g
Saturated fat: 1.9 g
Total Carbs: 34.4 g
Dietary Fiber: 12.9 g
Cholesterol: 6 mg
Sodium: 1109 mg
