Best Southwestern Black Bean Soup With Jalapeño Cream Recipes

SOUTHWEST BLACK BEAN SOUP

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A friend brought this recipe to a gathering, and it's been a hit with my family ever since! I use brown rice for more fiber and whole grain goodness. -Jill Heatwole, Pittsville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1-1/2 cups cooked instant brown rice
6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

In a large nonstick saucepan, saute the pepper, celery and onion in oil until tender. Add the beans, broth, tomatoes, chilies and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until thickened., Divide rice among six soup bowls; top with soup and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 655mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN SOUP

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This is an adaptation of a Weight Watchers recipe and it is delicious! I make this all the time because it is easy, inexpensive and healthy (you can omit or use reduced fat cheese and sour cream).

Provided by Schmutzarella

Categories Black Beans

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large white onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 stalk celery, diced
2 serrano peppers, minced (can substitute jalapeno or other peppers)
3 teaspoons cumin
3 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 (16 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 (16 ounce) cans black beans, drained
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, to garnish
1 lime, sliced, to garnish

Steps:

In a large pan, saute onion, garlic, celery and Serrano peppers until tender, about 5 minutes.
Add cumin, chili powder and pepper to coat onion mixture.
Add beans and chicken broth reduce at a low boil until sauce thickens, about 15-20 minutes.
Add fresh lime juice.
Serve topped with grated cheese and sour cream and garnish with cilantro and lime slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.9, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 27.5, Sodium 901.4, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 16.6, Sugar 3.4, Protein 25.2

SOUTHWESTERN TURKEY SOUP

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This spicy soup is loaded with turkey, beans, corn and tomatoes. We like it really hot, so we tend to use all three tablespoons of jalapenos...and then some. It's so good on a wintry Midwestern day. -Brenda Kruse, Ames, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 to 3 tablespoons diced jalapeno pepper
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups cubed cooked turkey
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1-1/2 cups frozen corn
Sour cream, coarsely crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese and sliced ripe olives, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir in the broth, jalapeno, cumin, chili powder, salt and cayenne. Add the turkey, beans, tomatoes and corn. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Garnish with sour cream, chips, cheese and olives if desired. Freeze option: Place individual portions of cooled soup in freezer containers and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEANS

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This side dish is low in calories and fat and a quick way to dress up black beans, which are a good source of fiber and protein. Try it with pinto beans as well.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 teaspoons peanut oil
1 small jalapeno pepper with some seeds, minced
1 large clove garlic, minced
One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and strained
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh cilantro
Zest of 1/2 lime, optional

Steps:

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the jalapeno and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the beans, 1/3 cup water, oregano and 1/8 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until most of the liquid is evaporated, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the lime juice and adjust seasoning. Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with the cilantro and lime zest if using and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Sodium 780 milligrams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 1 grams

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN BLACK BEAN SOUP

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This recipe was given to me by a good friend a couple of years ago, and I've been making it ever since. We love Mexican food, and bowls of this pack enough flavor to please even my husband. -Emily Fast of Leavenworth, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 cups fresh corn or frozen corn
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
16 baked tortilla chip scoops, crumbled
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. In the same pan, saute onion and jalapeno pepper until tender. Add garlic and saute; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the broth, corn, beans, lime juice, salt, hot pepper sauce, pepper and reserved chicken; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , Stir in cilantro. Top each serving with crumbled tortilla chips and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 647mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN BEAN SOUP

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When a friend needs a night off from cooking, I throw together this one-pot meal. I deliver it with tortilla chips, shredded cheese and sour cream for garnish. The pepper sauce can be ranged to suit individual tastes, and the broth can be eliminated for a thicker batch. -Jackie Hacker, Seville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken or vegetable broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
4 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, saute the onion in oil until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 481mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SOUTHWEST BLACK BEAN CHICKEN SOUP

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The mix of flavors and textures in this soup are a treat. Its great for the slow cooker on busy days. I serve it with corn muffins and a dollop of sour cream.

Provided by Beth

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound cooked dark meat chicken
3 (15.5 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn
½ large onion, chopped
½ cup chopped jalapeno peppers
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 ½ teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup sour cream, or to taste

Steps:

Place chicken, black beans, chicken broth, tomatoes with green chile peppers, corn, onion, jalapeno peppers, garlic, chili powder, red pepper flakes, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper in a slow cooker; cook on Low for 8 hours. Serve with about 1 tablespoon sour cream on each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 55.3 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 14.1 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1740.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g