Spanish Vegan Bean Soup Recipe

The leaves are falling down the trees, the temperature is lowering, and that can only mean one thing: Spanish soup recipes are finally here. When it comes to Spanish recipes, no other generates more passion than the simple bean recipes, and the Spanish vegan soup, in particular, is on the rise this year. Keep reading this article to learn everything about this black bean soup recipe, from how to prepare beans soup, to store and serve it, with some cool history facts about it.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cans (450gr each) cooked black beans
• 1 onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 bell pepper
• 2 carrots
• 2 tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 6 cups (1.5ml) vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1To start making the best vegan bean soup...: To start making the best vegan bean soup recipe, you have to wash and peel the vegetables. Chop the onion, carrots, tomatoes, and bell pepper into small pieces (discard the seeds when needed). Mince the garlic cloves.
2. 2After that, rinse the canned Spanish black beans...: After that, rinse the canned Spanish black beans under cold water. You can use dry beans if you soak them overnight and cook them before making the soup.
3. 3Now grab a large pot and heat the...: Now grab a large pot and heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for a few minutes until they become translucent.
4. 4For the next step in this Spanish soup...: For the next step in this Spanish soup recipe, add the diced bell pepper, carrots, and tomatoes to the pot. Sauté for another 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
5. 5Then, stir in the paprika, cumin, and smoked...: Then, stir in the paprika, cumin, and smoked paprika (if using) to the vegetable mixture. Cook for a couple of minutes to allow the spices to become fragrant. Season the Spanish soup with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6After that, add the beans to the pot...: After that, add the beans to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the soup to a boil over medium heat.
7. 7Now lower the heat and cover the pot....: Now lower the heat and cover the pot. Simmer for 30 or until the beans are tender and the flavors infused properly. You may need to add more water or broth if the soup becomes too thick during cooking.
8. 8Once the texture and flavor of the Spanish...: Once the texture and flavor of the Spanish vegan bean soup are to your liking, remove it from the heat.
9. 9To finish this authentic black bean recipe, just...: To finish this authentic black bean recipe, just pour the soup in small bowls (or soup plates) and serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley.