Simple Black Bean Enchilada Soup

My easy black bean enchilada soup is warming, comforting and hearty.

There is nothing like a warm hearty bowl of soup on a cool evening. This Black Bean Enchilada soup is healthy, vegetarian, gluten free and made from staples right out of your pantry for only pennies! Whether you are feeding a crowd or just yourself, this is a recipe you want to keep on hand.

There are many healthy benefits of beans, garlic and onions. Black Beans are full of antioxidants, folates, fiber and protein. They help regulate blood sugar and may reduce the risk of certain cancers and heart disease. Garlic is full of antibacterial properties that helps to support the immune system. It acts as an anti-inflammatory and can improve cardio-vascular health. And last, but not least, Onions have nutrients like vitamin C, B, and potassium. They have cancer fighting compounds, may help control blood sugar and boosts bone density and digestive health.

Some other fun soups to try are my Easy Mexican Soup, Cheddar Beer Soup, Irish Potato Soup and my Cold Fighting Chicken Soup.

The Method of Black Bean Enchilada Soup

ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion chopped
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
• 7 ounce can green chopped chili’s
• 10 ounce can green enchilada sauce
• 2 cans black beans 1 can unrinsed, 1 can rinsed with 1/2 pureed with a bit of vegetable stock
• 4 cups low sodium vegetable stock
• 1 cup frozen corn

basic directions:

Heat oil in heavy duty soup pot. Add onions and garlic and cook until translucent. Season with taco seasoning. Add green chili’s. Blend half a can of black beans in just enough stock to cover. Add enchilada sauce, frozen corn, the rest of the black beans and stock. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.

Cook’s Notes:

tips for success:

Use a heavy duty soup pot or Dutch oven.

recipe variations:

Try adding some shredded rotisserie chicken for extra protein.

Begin with browning chorizo for a more Tex-Mex flair.

For a slightly different flavor, substitute green enchilada sauce for red.

Squeeze a little lime juice in at the end to brighten up the flavors

serving suggestions:

Create a toppings bar with: tortilla chips, lime wedges, avocado, shredded cheese and sour cream or yogurt!

The Essentials:

If you make this Black Bean Enchilada Soup and love it, I would love if you gave it 5 stars!