Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Soup with Corn

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A smoky, creamy soup featuring black beans, sweet corn, and zesty lime, perfect for chilly days. This mexican-inspired soups (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 32 minutes pairs black beans, corn kernels, chopped chipotle peppers in adobo for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.4 (13 ratings) Prep: 12 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cans drained black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, 1 minced chipotle pepper, and 3 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Step 2: Use an immersion blender to partially puree the soup until creamy but still retaining some bean texture, or transfer half to a blender and return to pot.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp lime juice and cook for 2 more minutes until heated through.
  4. Step 4: Divide into bowls, top with 1/2 diced avocado and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Soup with Corn take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (12 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Soup with Corn?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep black beans from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Soup with Corn?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Soup with Corn for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Soup with Corn vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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