# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
01 - 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 4 cups vegetable broth
→ Spices and Seasonings
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnishes
09 - Lime wedges
10 - Chopped fresh cilantro
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a large pot over medium heat, cook diced onion and minced garlic until softened and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
02 - Add black beans, vegetable broth, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
03 - Transfer half of the soup to a blender or use an immersion blender to partially purée until smooth, then return to the pot and combine with remaining soup.
04 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with lime wedges and chopped cilantro before serving.
