Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of Pinto Bean Soup, a creamy and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This one-pot wonder is packed with flavor and made from wholesome ingredients, including hearty pinto beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and vibrant vegetables. Not only is this soup budget-friendly and quick to prepare, but it’s also gluten-free, vegan, and loaded with protein and fiber. Whether enjoyed on a cozy night in or served at a gathering with friends, this comforting bean soup promises to satisfy your taste buds while nourishing your body.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 (14 oz) can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 small carrots (peeled and diced)
- 1 medium potato (peeled and diced)
- 1 tsp oregano (dried)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Red pepper flakes (to taste)
- 2 bay leaves (optional)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 (14 oz) cans pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent (about 4-5 minutes).
- Stir in fire-roasted tomatoes, garlic, carrots, potato, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer with a lid for 10-15 minutes.
- Add drained pinto beans and cook for another 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- For a creamy texture, blend half of the soup using an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender.
- Return blended soup to the pot. Adjust consistency with extra broth or water as needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot in bowls garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg