Black Bean Soup (Panera Bread Copycat) - Recipe Diaries (2024)

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Hearty and spicy Black Bean soup that tastes just like Panera Bread. 0 WW Freestyle Points| 152 calories. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

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Happy September 1st! Lake cabins are closing this weekend, school is starting up again, and people are starting to spend less time outside because of the air getting cooler. Soup season is also upon us!

I'm not going to lie, last Winter sucked. We kept on getting pounded with so much snow and storms there were 7 missed school days. I'm really hoping for a mild Winter this time. I don't know if I could take another one like that. I'm really tempted to just become a snowbird and pack up my bags and bring my dogs with me to a warmer state in the South for January and February and then come back mid-March. We get snow 6 months out of the year here. (Midwest).

I'm already making all the soup recipes and remaking old soup recipes on this blog. This black bean soup couldn't be any easier and I recently updated this post with new pictures and all the good stuff for you. It took me less than 10 minutes to make and this recipe can be easily downsized. Have some black bean soup with a sandwich and salad for lunch.

If you like soup recipes please try Trisha Yearwood's Chicken Tortilla Soup , Instant Pot White Chicken Chili , Instant Pot French Onion Soup , Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Beef Stew

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Ingredients For Black Bean Soup

  • Medium onion, finely chopped - provide a sweet and savory flavor to the dish, while also helping to build the foundation of the dish with its aroma and ability to caramelize.
  • Garlic cloves - Chopped fresh garlic can take some time to chop so I often always use the freshly minced garlic that comes already made in a jar.
  • Jalapeño, chopped
  • Chicken bouillon
  • cubes - or homemade chicken stock is fine
  • Black beans, drained - are a convenient and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a great source of protein and fiber, and can be added to salads, soups, stews, and even dips.
  • Cumin is a member of the parsley family. It is a dried seed that is made from a plant called Cuminum cyminum.
  • Lemon Juice
  • This adds a nice burst of citrus flavor to the marinade to help enhance the choice of protein. Use freshly squeezed over bottled juice.
  • See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

How to Make Black Bean Soup

In a pot, combine the first 4 ingredients; simmer for 10 minutes.

Add half a can of beans, salt and cumin; cook for 5 minutes.

Combine the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the beans in the pot. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more.

Puree soup (I use an immersion blender which makes it easy to do it right in the pot).

Add the rest of the beans to the soup.

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  • Author: Jenna
  • Total Time: 10 min
  • Yield: 4 to 6 1x
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Description

Hearty and spicy Black Bean soup that tastes just like Panera Bread. 0 WW Freestyle Points| 152 calories. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 jalapeño, chopped
  • 2 small chicken bouillon cubes
  • 1 ½cups of water
  • 2 15 oz can of black beans, drained
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • Lemon Juice

Instructions

  1. In a pot, combine the first 5 ingredients; simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. Add half a can of beans, salt and cumin; cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Combine the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the beans in the pot. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more.
  4. Puree soup (I use an immersion blender which makes it easy to do it right in the pot).
  5. Add the rest of the beans to the soup.

Notes

myWW: blue: 0; green 3; purple: 0

  • Prep Time: 10min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 152
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 9g

I am not affiliated with WW formerly known as Weight Watchers in any way. I am just a member who likes to create WW recipes and share them with everyone. Freestyle is the name of the current program of WW and smart points are calculated for the recipes.Some blogs list them as freestyle smart points and some list them as smart points. There is no difference between the 2.

How is this a WW recipe?

NO FOOD is off limits on WW and WW themselves stresses that a lot on their social media pages. That is one reason why I love WW. You can pretty much eat ANYTHING to lose weight just as long as you stay in your daily points range or are in a calorie deficit.

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Comments

  1. Jenna says

    I didn't realize that was missing. Thanks for pointing that out.

  2. Sarah says

    I want to make this soup, but see no cornstarch listed in the ingredients list. It is only mentioned in the step-by-step instructions. Please update!

  3. Jenna says

    That's nice you look out for her!

  4. Donna says

    I’ve never needed WW, but have a friend that’s starting her journey. I look up recipes, make them, give some of the finished product to her!
    I had a hankering for black bean soup. Decided I’ll look on Pinterest for a WW take. This will no doubt quell my desire for Panera’s.

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Black Bean Soup (Panera Bread Copycat) - Recipe Diaries (2024)

FAQs

Why did Panera Bread discontinue black bean soup? ›

Panera recently removed Black Bean Soup from their menu, saying it was a seasonal item. I think everyone can agree that Black Bean Soup is an Autumn Soup if anything, and its departure from the chain has impacted many.

Did Trader Joe's discontinue black bean soup? ›

Trader Joe's discontinued their Latin Style Black Bean Soup.

Why is black bean soup healthy? ›

The fiber, potassium, folate, vitamin B6, and phytonutrient content of black beans, coupled with its lack of cholesterol, all support heart health. This fiber helps lower the total amount of cholesterol in the blood and decrease the risk of heart disease.

What are the allegations against Panera Bread? ›

Specifically, the lawsuit alleged that Panera would promise to provide either free or low-cost deliveries with a $1 or flat rate to customers who ordered through the company's mobile app or website. Instead, customers accused Panera of then loading on hidden fees, according to a lawsuit filed last year in Illinois.

What is the white stuff in Goya black bean soup? ›

The cloudy liquid you find in canned beans is mostly starch and salt that may change the texture or taste of a dish. Most of our recipes call for draining and rinsing the beans to remove the excess salt and starch and improve flavor.

How do you get rid of the bitter taste in black bean soup? ›

Sometimes black beans can come out tasting bitter. To prevent this, be sure to use an appropriate amount of salt. This recipe calls for a tablespoon, but don't forget to taste for salt when your soup is finished and add more if desired; it will depend on how salty your bacon is, too.

Does black bean soup go bad? ›

This easy black bean soup recipe is healthy, flavorful, and delicious! If you have any leftovers, store them in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze them for up to 3 months.

What can I use to thicken black bean soup? ›

Add Flour Or Cornstarch

You can thicken soup by adding flour, cornstarch, or another starchy substitute.

Is black bean soup good for losing weight? ›

The fiber in black beans not only helps to lower the total amount of cholesterol in the blood and decrease the risk of heart disease, but it keeps you feeling full and that helps you lose weight.

Are black beans anti-inflammatory? ›

Overview. Black beans are a low-calorie, nutrient-dense food that are an essential addition to any arthritis diet. Packed with disease-fighting antioxidants, they have anti-inflammatory properties, and are also a great source of fiber, iron and protein.

Is black bean soup gassy? ›

While any legume has the potential to cause gas, certain varieties are notorious for their gassiness. "Soybeans, pinto beans, black beans and lentils are most likely to cause gas because of the amount of fermentable sugars and fiber," says Kunik.

What is the lowest calorie bread at Panera? ›

Breads: The bread with the fewest calories is the whole grain miche with 130 per serving. Other good choices are the whole grain baguette or whole grain loaf with 140 calories (each option also has 3 grams of fiber per serving).

Does black bean soup have a lot of carbs? ›

Black bean soup, homemade (1 cup) contains 35.2g total carbs, 21.6g net carbs, 1g fat, 10.8g protein, and 186 calories.

Did Panera discontinue their black bean soup? ›

This vegan recipe is a copycat of the Panera Bread favorite and you can make it in your own kitchen in 30 minutes, or let it simmer all day in the Crockpot! Panera has discontinued this delicious vegan/vegetarian soup but you can still enjoy it with this homemade version!

What soup did Panera get rid of? ›

Panera Bread discontinued its baked potato soup in 2019, but many customers are still sad over its loss. Although the dish was scrapped due to declining popularity, its biggest fans have not stopped talking about it online.

What Panera soups were recalled? ›

The recall is limited to 1 SKU of 16 oz. Panera at Home Southwest Corn Chowder cups produced with lot number 042122-2K and “Use By” date of 6/30/22. This item is only sold in refrigerated cases in the deli department of select retail grocery stores; it is not sold at any Panera bakery-cafe.

What items are Panera getting removed? ›

Panera Bread discontinues dozens of menu items
  • Deli Ham Sandwich.
  • Deli Turkey Sandwich.
  • Napa Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich.
  • Roasted Turkey & Avocado BLT.
  • Signature Take Chicken Sandwich.
  • Southwest Chicken Melt.
  • Spicy Take Chicken Sandwich.
  • Toasted Steak & White Cheddar.
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