Mexican White Bean Soup

A super delicious, comforting and nutritious Mexican white bean soup. This soup is so easy to make and is perfect to warm you up on chilly days.

With the cold of winter upon us, there is nothing more comforting and filling than a hot bowl of soup!  I wanted to share a meal that is comforting, nutritious and economical. This Mexican white bean soup fit the bill and, if you are on the GAPS diet, it is GAPS legal!

Having a large family, budget friendly meals are essential. That is one reason I love recipes which include dried beans. To make beans even more economical, I buy them in bulk – they keep for long time.

Not only are dried beans economical, they are a powerhouse of nutrition. The amount of nutrients per calorie of beans is higher than many other foods.

How To Prepare The Beans To Make Mexican White Bean Soup

They are packed with protein, complex carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, not to mention fiber. Like all grains, legumes do contain phytic acid (an anti-nutrient) which should be neutralized in order for your body to absorb the most nutrients possible from your food.

This is done most easily by soaking before cooking with a couple of tablespoons of lemon juice, whey or even vinegar. See Grain Preparation for further information.

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Mexican White Bean Soup

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

soaking time

12 hrs

Total Time

25 mins

 

A comforting, filling and nutritious Mexican white bean soup, so delicious and easy to make,

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: beans, easy

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 319 kcal

Author: Dina-Marie

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried white beans
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 large onion chopped
• 3 carrots sliced
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cups broth beef or chicken
• 1 can chopped green chilies
• sour cream for topping (optional)
• cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Cover the beans with water, add lemon juice and soak for 12 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the beans. Cover with fresh water. Bring to a boil. Cook until tender.
3. While the beans are cooking, in another pot, saute the onions, carrots and garlic in olive oil until tender.
4. When veggies are tender, add cumin and salt – stir thoroughly.
5. Add broth, green chilies and cooked white beans. You may add more broth or water to achieve the desired consistency.
6. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 – 10 minutes.
7. Serve topped with sour cream and a dash of cayenne pepper if desired.

Recipe Notes

How To Prepare The Beans To Make Mexican White Bean Soup

• They are packed with protein, complex carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, not to mention fiber. Like all grains, legumes do contain phytic acid (an anti-nutrient) which should be neutralized in order for your body to absorb the most nutrients possible from your food.
• This is done most easily by soaking before cooking with a couple of tablespoons of lemon juice, whey or even vinegar. See Grain Preparation for further information.

Nutrition Facts

Mexican White Bean Soup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 319 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Sodium 566mg24%

Potassium 1355mg39%

Carbohydrates 48g16%

Fiber 11g44%

Sugar 4g4%

Protein 16g32%

Vitamin A 5275IU106%

Vitamin C 6.6mg8%

Calcium 187mg19%

Iron 7.8mg43%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Dina-Marie, RN and founder of Cultured Palate has learned the importance of diet for health - the hard way! As the mom of 10, and leaving the corporate world to start a vineyard, she knows the value of simple living and you can too! Dina-Marie and Cultured Palate's medical advisors, Dr. Dalton and Dr. O'Connor, want you to have accurate information at your fingertips.