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This low-fat, but tasty soup recipe was given to me while on vacation in the Caribbean. Spicy, flavorful, easy to make — this Black Bean Soup Recipe is sure to please.

Ingredients

2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1 cup water
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 medium onion, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 can (19 fl. ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
Juice of one lime
1/2 cup low-fat yogurt
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
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Medium sauce pan with lid
Food processor

Preparation

Black Bean Soup

In a medium pot, mix together the stock, water, garlic, onion, and red pepper. Bring to a boil. Add the black beans, cumin, and coriander; stir. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until the onion and red pepper are soft. Transfer soup to the bowl of a food processor and purée. Add the lime juice. Mix well. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the yogurt and cilantro. Serves 4.

Helpful Hints

For those of you who don't like cilantro, you may substitute minced, fresh parsley or simply omit any garnish.