QUICK AND EASY BLACK BEAN PUMPKIN & BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

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A delightful and healthy vegetarian soup with high fiber, protein, potassium and iron! The pumpkin adds a thicker texture where the butternut squash base keeps it sweet and "soupy". Serve in a Whole grain bread bowl or with a whole grain loaf to top off this delectable meal!

Provided by Lyss the nutritioni

Categories     Black Beans

Time 9m

Yield 4-6 cups, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups butternut squash soup
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, no salt added
1 1/2 cups spinach leaves
2 ounces sun-dried tomatoes
1/8 cup feta cheese
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin (or to taste)
1 teaspoon oregano (or to taste)
1 (16 ounce) can pumpkin, pureed
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Pour soup carton into a large pot and cook on medium.
  • Add spinach leaves and stir until mixed together and let simmer for a few minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and continue to cook on medium heat for a few minutes and then add cumin and oregano to taste.
  • Then add black beans, tomatoes (if used), feta cheese, and sun dried tomatoes.
  • Stir together making sure all ingredients are mixed evenly and then let simmer for a minute or two until thoroughly heated.
  • Serve with toasted whole wheat bread or in a whole grain bread bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.5, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3.3, Sodium 299.7, Carbohydrate 32.9, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 8.3, Protein 10.1

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