Making Sense of Soups: Easy Black Bean Soup

December 7, 2022 General /Family Recipes

When the weather turns cold and windy, warm up with our hearty and healthy winter soups. Homemade soups are easy to prepare, they’re fun for kids to slurp, and they taste great too. Our black bean and sweet potato soups are made with lots of vegetables, so every spoonful brings great nutrition to your family’s diet.

This recipe takes just five minutes to put together because it calls for two convenient ingredients: canned black beans and frozen corn. You can spice it up by adding more cumin and chili powder or by choosing a spicier salsa. Serve a variety of toppings on the side, and let your kids choose their favorites.

Easy Black Bean Soup

MAKES 4 SERVINGS

TOPPING CHOICES: Shredded, reduced-fat cheese, light sour cream, diced avocado, fresh cilantro.

TIP: If you don’t have black beans, you can substitute with pinto, kidney, or black-eyed peas.

Nutrition Information per Serving (About 1 cup):

140 calories, 0g fat, 210mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate, 6g fiber, 6g protein, 10% vitamin C

Making Sense of Soups

Many homemade soups are made with beans, proteins, and lots of vegetables, so every spoonful is packed with nutrient-rich flavor.

Here are a few things to consider to smartly shop and sip soups:

Watch the Salt:

Store-bought soups are among the top-10 sources of sodium in a child’s diet, and too much salt can increase the risk of high blood pressure. To help, when buying canned soups, read labels, compare brands, and choose the lowest sodium options at the market.

According to the 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, sodium should be limited each day to: