South Beach Diet Black Bean Soup (Phase I Friendly)

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 2
South Beach Diet Black Bean Soup with a Cuban twist
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 small onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , chopped
1/2 cup green pepper , chopped
1/2 teaspoon sazon goya ( one packet )
1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 teaspoon fresh oregano
2 cans black beans , drained and rinsed
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon cilantro , chopped plus additional ( to garnish )
1/2 cup fresh tomato , chopped ( Roma works best )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
230
Sugar
4g
Fat
4g
Black bean soup is a popular dish throughout Latin America and Cuba. This recipe takes traditional black bean soup and adds a few Cuban-inspired twists like sazon goya and cilantro to give it a unique flavor. The soup is part of the South Beach Diet, a low-carb, high-protein diet designed to help people lose weight and improve their health. In addition to being delicious, this soup is also healthy and can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner option that will keep you feeling full and satisfied.

Instructions

1.In a pot over medium-high heat, sauté the onion, garlic, and green pepper in the olive oil until softened.
2.Add the sazon goya, oregano, black beans, and chicken broth to the pot.
3.Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4.Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and fresh tomato.
5.Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth.
6.Garnish with additional cilantro and enjoy!

PROS

This soup is high in protein, fiber, and nutrients making it a filling and healthy meal option.

The black beans also have a low glycemic index, making them beneficial for blood sugar control.

CONS

The soup may be too thick for some people’s liking.
Add more chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.

It may also be necessary to adjust the seasonings to taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is low in fat and calories and is packed with nutrients like fiber, iron, and folate.
The black beans in particular are high in antioxidants and have been linked to improved heart health and lower risk of cancer and diabetes.

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