Black Bean Pumpkin Soup

5 from 6 votes

This hearty soup can be made with things you probably have in your pantry. It goes together quickly. Optional garnishes make it fun and customizable for everyone. Freezes well.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Soup

Cuisine: American

Servings: Yield 9 cups

Calories: 78kcal

Author: Sally Cameron

Equipment

Large pot like a Dutch oven
Strainer or colander to rinse beans
Blender, food procesor or immersion blender to puree

Ingredients

2 15-ounce cans black beans rinsed and drained
1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
3 cups low sodium broth chicken, turkey, vegetable, or beef
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped onion ½ a large onion
3 large garlic cloves chopped fine or zested
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons smoked paprika or regular
½ teaspoon Sea salt
¼ teaspoon smoked black pepper or regular paprika
¼ teaspoon ground chipotle pepper or more for more heat
1 15-ounce canned pumpkin puree not pie mix

Optional Garnishes

Balsamic vinegar
Grated Jack or Cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Chopped green onions
Sliced or mashed avocado
Crispy tortilla strips make then yourself, see recipe on site
Chopped cilantro or parsley

Instructions

Add drained beans, tomatoes, and half of the broth to a large capacity blender and puree until smooth. If you have a smaller capacity blender do it in two batches.
In a large saucepan heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and fragrant, 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add spices, stir and cook for 1-2 minutes more, until they bloom and you can smell them.
Stir in black bean-tomato puree, pumpkin, and the rest of the broth. Simmer uncovered until blended and thickened, about 15 minutes. For an extra smooth soup, give it one more whirl in the blender. Top with garnishes of choice.

Notes

To keep your sodium low use Eden Foods no salt added beans, Muir Glen no salt added diced tomatoes and either homemade or no sodium chicken broth like Pacific Foods. That is how I calculated the nutritional numbers. This allows you to season with salt to your dietary needs and taste preference.

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