Name: Hearty Vegan Instant Pot Black Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 1 large yellow bell pepper, diced; 1 stalk celery, diced; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 cups boiling water; 2 cubes chicken bouillon; 1.5 cups dry black beans; 1 (10 ounce) can roasted tomatoes with green chiles (such as Ro-Tel®); 0.33333334326744 cup frozen corn; 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon chili powder, or more to taste; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 bay leaf; ground black pepper to taste

Embrace the warmth of a cozy evening with this incredibly simple and flavorful black bean soup, crafted for your Instant Pot. A delightful 'dump' soup that's endlessly customizable, allowing you to tailor the seasonings to your exact preference. This recipe is designed for a 3-quart Instant Pot, ensuring a perfect batch every time. It's wonderful on its own, but truly shines when served over a bed of fluffy rice.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select the Saute function. Add oil and saute onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until onion becomes translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.

02

Step

Combine water and bouillon in a bowl, stir to dissolve, and add to the pot. Add beans, tomatoes, and corn and stir until well mixed. Bring to a simmer. Add salt, chili powder, cumin, bay leaf, and black pepper and stir well.

03

Step

Close and lock the lid. Set valve to sealing and select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 60 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

04

Step

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.

For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup after cooking.
Soaking the black beans for a few hours before cooking can reduce cooking time and improve digestibility.
Adjust the amount of chili powder and cumin to suit your taste. Consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth of flavor.
Garnish with your favorite toppings like sour cream, avocado, cilantro, or a squeeze of lime juice.

Abraham Fisher

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