I love the smoky kick from the chipotle pepper, but you can easily dial up or down the heat to suit your taste! Perfect for meal prep and incredibly simple to make, it has rightfully earned its spot among my favorite comforting vegetarian dishes, like vegan chili, lentil soup, and white bean soup. They are all perfect for busy weeknights and for feeding a crowd. If you have a few too many cans of black beans, give these delicious recipes a try: the best black bean burger and easy Mexican black beans. Next, add the chipotle pepper and its juice and stir. Then, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes. When ready to remove the soup from the heat, remove the bay leaves. Alternatively, you can use the immersion blender directly in the pot, pulsing briefly a few times, or transfer a portion to a regular blender. Serve the black bean soup garnished with your favorite toppings. You can add fresh lime juice, chopped fresh cilantro leaves, sour cream (or Mexican crema or vegan yogurt), diced avocado, diced red onion, shredded cheese, sliced jalapeno, or tortilla chips. You can also serve it with crusty bread or tortilla chips for dipping or serve it with a side salad.
