“Pinto Bean Soup with Earthy Spices – 12g Protein Comfort Bowl”
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A hearty and flavorful pinto bean soup infused with earthy spices for a comforting meal.
- Author: EditorVictoria
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups dried pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 6 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Soak the pinto beans in water overnight or for at least 6 hours. Drain and rinse.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the soaked beans, vegetable broth, bay leaf, carrot, and celery. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Remove the bay leaf.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Soaking the beans reduces cooking time.
- For extra creaminess, mash a small portion of the beans.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg