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Instant Pot Black Bean Soup

Creamy, smoky black bean soup that doesn't require soaking. Ready in under an hour.

Prep10 min
Cook40 min
Serves6

Ingredients

  • 1 lb dried black beans, rinsed
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt and pepper
  • Sour cream, cilantro, and lime for garnish

Instructions

  1. Set Instant Pot to Saute. Add oil, onion, and bell pepper. Cook 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  2. Add black beans, broth, water, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and bay leaf.
  3. Secure lid, set valve to Sealing, and pressure cook on High for 40 minutes.
  4. Allow natural release for 15 minutes. Remove bay leaf.
  5. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some beans whole for texture.
  6. Stir in lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with sour cream, cilantro, and lime.
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